Lori Douglas
Mexia,TX
Summary
Empathetic and gentle Occupational Therapy Assistant with background as OT Assistant inpatient and outpatient settings. Experienced with geriatric populations and patients with dementia. Patient and kind with passion for helping patients improve motor and cognitive skills. Known for strong time management, organization and communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA
Reliant Rehabilitation
03.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
COTA
Select Rehabilitation
11.2013 - 03.2019
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
COTA
Stepping Stones Early Childhood Rehab
11.2010 - 08.2012
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delay.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Navarro College
Corsicana, TX08.2009
Skills
- Mental Health Support
- Therapist Assistance
- Pain Management Techniques
- Quality Education
- Apraxia Knowledge
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Home Exercise Programs
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Group Sessions
- Interdisciplinary Meetings
- Patient Hygiene
- Oral Hygiene
- Mobility Support
- Safety Behaviors
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Coordination and Balance
- Patient and Family Interaction
- Deformity Prevention
- Adaptive Equipment
Timeline
COTA
Reliant Rehabilitation
03.2019 - Current
COTA
Select Rehabilitation
11.2013 - 03.2019
COTA
Stepping Stones Early Childhood Rehab
11.2010 - 08.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Navarro College
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