Caring Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with pediatric and geriatric populations to promote health and functionality. Compassionate with gentle demeanor and well-developed communication skills to support patients'/students' progress. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills to create adaptations for patient/student activities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist Assistant
DLG Rehab Services Corp
06.2023 - Current
Gathered patient data and monitored patient progress at all stages of therapy.
Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
Facilitated understanding of rehabilitation process by communicating with patients and families.
Treated patients to improve fine motor, self regulation, vision perception, motor planning, attention, pre-writing/drawing, crossing midline/coordination, self-care, behavior, bilateral coordination, body awareness, hand dominance, play/socialization, transition, grasp/release patterns, hand manipulation, sensory integration, ocular motor control, and cutting/prescissor skills.
Documented assessments, treatment goals and patient's progress using standardized note writing format.
Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant
Amazing Kidz Extended Care Center
09.2021 - Current
Gathered patient data and monitored patient progress at all stages of therapy.
Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
Facilitated understanding of rehabilitation process by communicating with patients and families.
Treated patients to improve fine motor, self regulation, vision perception, motor planning, attention, pre-writing/drawing, crossing midline/coordination, self-care, behavior, bilateral coordination, body awareness, hand dominance, play/socialization, transition, grasp/release patterns, hand manipulation, sensory integration, ocular motor control, and cutting/prescissor skills.
Documented assessments, treatment goals and patient's progress using standardized note writing format.
Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Praxis Institute
Miami, FL
04.2021
Skills
Clinical team collaboration
Patient rehabilitation
Patient care standards
Patient positioning understanding
Time management
Progress summaries
Documentation abilities
Activity planning
Special needs students
CPR certified
Behavioral/cognitive skills development
Effectively work with parents
Positive student engagement
Certification
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Assistant
Timeline
Occupational Therapist Assistant
DLG Rehab Services Corp
06.2023 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant
Amazing Kidz Extended Care Center
09.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant