- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Hiking
- Running
- Avid cyclist
- Dog mom
Martha Lowe
Summary
Clinically trained Occupational Therapy Assistant of 29 years with excellent communication and rapport building skills. Experience in skilled nursing facilities primarily with experience in outpatient, home health, school based OT, and pediatrics as well. Able to manage fast paced, continually changing environment. Well versed in medical terminology and able to communicate effectively with any person regardless of background.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COTA
Ahava Therapy Services
06.2024 - Current
- Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.
- Used Healthnet POC EMR to maintain accurate documentation of patient progress toward goals.
- Implemented and modified interventions teach patients how to live within limits of capabilities.
- Facilitated successful transitions from acute care to home or community settings by coordinating discharge planning efforts with other healthcare professionals.
- Increased patient safety by addressing environmental factors within homes and facilities that could pose potential risks or barriers.
- Utilized creative problem-solving skills to address unique challenges faced by individuals during their rehabilitation process.
- Documented patient progress accurately and consistently, enabling efficient communication among healthcare team members.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Henry County Healthcare Center
09.2010 - 06.2024
- Documented assessments, treatment goals and patient's progress using standardized note writing format.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Documented resident's progress and recorded statistics.
- Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Participated in weekly Utilization Review meetings and Care Plan meetings
- Reviewed and submitted monthly billing reports for all rehab disciplines
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Gateway Outpatient Rehab
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Collaborated with occupational therapists in outpatient setting to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and individualized care.
- Attended Academy of Lymphatic Studies and became a Certified Lymphedema Therapist
- Provided lymphedema treatment to patients including Manual Lymphatic Drainage, compression bandaging, and exercise programs
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Rehab America
01.2003 - 01.2009
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TNCertification - Lymphedema
Academy of Lymphatic Studies
Atlanta, GASkills
- Occupational Therapy
- Medical records maintenance
- Organization
- Customer service
- Process improvement
- Clinical team collaboration
- Creativity in treatment
- Adaptive equipment expertise
- Wheelchair seating evaluation
- Activity analysis
- Geriatric care
- Home modification
- Group therapy facilitation
- Orthopedic care
- Stroke recovery assistance
- Cognitive rehabilitation
- Orthotic fitting
Certification
- Lymphedema Management Certification for the OTA– Academy of Lymphatic Studies.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Thermal Modalities Certification
Interests
Timeline
COTA
Ahava Therapy Services
06.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Henry County Healthcare Center
09.2010 - 06.2024
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Gateway Outpatient Rehab
01.2008 - 01.2009
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Rehab America
01.2003 - 01.2009
Certification - Lymphedema
Academy of Lymphatic Studies
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Nashville State Community College
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