Lucinda Riley
Muskegon,MI
Summary
I am a very hardworking and kindhearted individual with a strong desire to help people and spread kindness any where that I go. I believe its the little things that make a big difference in someone's life. I will always do the best that I can to help improve a patients quality of life, well being, as well as comfort throughout whatever stage of life they may be in. Conversation and compassion can play a major role in how well a patient progresses, its truly the little things that count. I love my job and I have a heart that wants to continuously learn as well as share what I've learned to my teammates and anyone I encounter.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA-L
San Francisco Post Acute
San Francisco, California
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored progress over time and made appropriate modifications to treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided including progress notes, daily logs, evaluation forms.
- Collaborated with other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mariner Palm Springs
Palm Springs, California
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Monitored patient rehabilitative activities for proper execution and offered encouragement.
- Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
- Facilitated group sessions designed to improve social interaction among participants.
- Taught patients to care for and use adaptive equipment.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Created documentation that accurately reflects the client's progress towards achieving their goals.
- Participated in and supported in-service education and other departmental programs.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
- Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
- Encouraged client participation in self-care activities such as dressing, feeding or grooming.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics when assisting patients with transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
SKLD Nursing Facility
Muskegon , Michigan
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Monitored patient rehabilitative activities for proper execution and offered encouragement.
- Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
- Facilitated group sessions designed to improve social interaction among participants.
- Observed patients performing activities in order to assess strengths and weaknesses related to motor function.
- Encouraged clients to work towards independence through self-care skills training.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Trinity Health&Rehab
Muskegon, MI
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Helped patients learn to perform basic tasks such as eating, grooming and dressing.
- Performed occupational therapy interventions in fast paced hospital settings.
- Developed successful reputation as result of establishing compassionate, supportive and professional relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders.
- Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
- Taught patients to care for and use adaptive equipment.
- Provided proper ambulation support to patients in need of mobility assistance.
- Taught patients and families about conditions and exercises.
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Sterling Staffing
Sugar Land, TX
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Promoted higher quality of life for patients and improved overall comfort and conditions by assisting with activities of daily living.
- Taught patients how to properly use therapy equipment.
- Provided support to patients with mobility issues and assisted with personal tasks to alleviate physical discomfort.
- Taught patients to care for and use adaptive equipment.
- Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
- Used my therapeutic use of self to engage with the patient to show compassion and understanding.
- Help with the remediation & compensation techniques or strategies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Lone Star College System
Kingwood, TX04.2021
Skills
- Active Listening
- Motivating Clients
- Dependable and Punctual
- Patient Care and Safety
- First Aid Certification
- Willingness to Learn
- Body Mechanics
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Home Exercise Programs
Licenses
- #217269 Texas
- #5202009998 Michigan
- #7000 California
References
- Josh Calhan (Director of Rehab) (961)-616-7889
- John laroya (Director of Rehab) (510-)928-8030
Timeline
COTA-L
San Francisco Post Acute
03.2025 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mariner Palm Springs
12.2024 - 03.2025
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
SKLD Nursing Facility
01.2023 - 11.2023
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Trinity Health&Rehab
01.2023 - 11.2023
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Sterling Staffing
01.2022 - 11.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Lone Star College System