Luz Shetler
Paris,MO
Summary
Empathetic, and gentle Occupational Therapy Assistant. Experienced with geriatric populations and patients with dementia. Patient and kind with passion for helping patients to improve their independence with all ADL tasks and self care. Known for being reliable, hardworking, dedicated and has a strong work ethic.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
COTA/L - FT
Innovate Rehab & Wellness
Center, MO
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted with patient assessments and treatment plans in therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to implement individualized care strategies.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and safety techniques.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and team members regarding care plans.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for therapy sessions and activities.
- Provided individualized interventions to promote functional independence and optimize the quality of life.
- Designed home exercise programs based on each patient's specific needs.
- Collaborated with other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans.
COTA-L PRN
TMC - Therapy Management
Centralia, MO
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and proper techniques for daily activities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient sessions and treatment outcomes.
- Utilized assistive devices and equipment to enhance patient mobility and independence.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients and staff.
- Provided individualized interventions to promote functional independence and optimize the quality of life.
- Collaborated with other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans.
COTA-L PRN
Country Air Retirement and Rehab
Lewistown, MO
07.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient rehabilitative activities for proper execution and offered encouragement.
- Taught patients to care for and use adaptive equipment.
- Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
- Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
COTA-L PRN
Sovereign Health Group
Boonville, MO
06.2025 - Current
- Developed treatment plans that addressed physical, cognitive, social and emotional, and safety-related issues.
- Instructed patients in the use of adaptive equipment.
- Attended continuing education courses related to occupational therapy practices and procedures.
- Promoted self-care skills by providing education on proper body mechanics and strategies for energy conservation.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Moberly Area Community College
Moberly, MO08-2021
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Therapeutic education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Encouragement techniques
- Self-care skill development
- Therapeutic exercise planning
- Upper extremity strengthening
- Creativity in treatment
Certification
- COTA License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
COTA/L - FT
Innovate Rehab & Wellness
07.2025 - Current
COTA-L PRN
TMC - Therapy Management
07.2025 - Current
COTA-L PRN
Country Air Retirement and Rehab
07.2025 - Current
COTA-L PRN
Sovereign Health Group
06.2025 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Moberly Area Community College