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Mary Devine

East Weymouth,MA

Summary

Hardworking certified occupational therapy assistant bringing several years of experience supporting students and patients across the life span continuum. Skilled at effectively and efficiently delivering rehabilitation services and tracking progress. Expert in occupational therapy implementation.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Quincy Hospital
Quincy , MA
07.2001 - 11.2018
  • Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Created detailed records of patient evaluations, treatments, progress and discharge summaries.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and progress reports.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics when assisting patients with transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Monitored vital signs during therapy sessions, reported any changes promptly to supervising therapist.
  • Maintained a safe environment throughout all therapy sessions by adhering to safety protocols.
  • Encouraged client participation in self-care activities such as dressing, feeding or grooming.
  • Adapted treatment plans based on patient feedback regarding pain levels or difficulty performing activities.
  • Provided emotional support and encouragement during therapy sessions while motivating clients towards achieving their goals.
  • Performed in patient advocacy role, championing safety, well-being and rights.
  • Provided support to patients with mobility issues and assisted with personal tasks to alleviate physical discomfort.
  • Taught patients how to properly use therapy equipment.
  • Delivered high level of quality care and understanding to patients suffering from painful and debilitating conditions.
  • Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
  • Monitored patient rehabilitative activities for proper execution and offered encouragement.
  • Participated in and supported in-service education and other departmental programs.

Occupational Therapist

St Coletta Day School
Braintree , Massachusetts
09.1999 - 06.2001
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary teams for IEP development.
  • Provided individualized occupational therapy services to students with disabilities in a school setting.
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans based on assessments of student needs and goals.
  • Integrated sensory-based activities into lesson plans to improve learning outcomes for students with special needs.
  • Advised teachers on strategies to promote success in the classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to ensure best possible outcomes for students.
  • Educated staff members about the role of occupational therapy within the educational system.
  • Assisted in the development of individual education plans for each student receiving services from the OT department.

Occupational Therapist

Quincy Public Schools
Quincy , MA
09.1998 - 06.1999
  • Advocated for students to receive necessary services and supports within the school setting and the community.
  • Designed and led occupational therapy programs for pediatric populations to support developmental milestones.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions to improve fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
  • Coordinated with educational teams to support students with disabilities in academic settings.

Occupational Therapist

Randolph Public Schools
Randolph , MA
09.1998 - 06.1999
  • Provided individualized occupational therapy services to students with disabilities in a school setting.
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans based on assessments of student needs and goals.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to ensure best possible outcomes for students.
  • Monitored student progress by collecting data and providing feedback to staff members.
  • Advised teachers on strategies to promote success in the classroom environment.
  • Integrated sensory-based activities into lesson plans to improve learning outcomes for students with special needs.
  • Assisted in the development of individual education plans for each student receiving services from the OT department.
  • Instructed families on strategies to support their children's academic and behavioral goals at home.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Milton Skilled Nursing Facility
Milton, MA
01.1996 - 11.1998
  • Assisted Occupational Therapists with patient evaluations and assessments.
  • Provided direct care to clients, including therapeutic activities and exercises.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress and treatments.
  • Monitored patients' responses to treatments and reported any changes to the therapist.
  • Selected, modified and customized adaptive equipment and assistive technology for patients.
  • Personalized treatment plans to complement specific abilities and recovery goals of each patient.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with occupational therapy best practices.
  • Documented patient progress and outcomes in electronic health records according to regulatory standards.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to guide clinical decision-making and intervention strategies.
  • Led training sessions for caregivers and healthcare staff on safe and effective patient handling techniques.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Rehab Works
Boston, Massachusetts
06.1994 - 11.1996
  • Assisted Occupational Therapists with patient evaluations and assessments.
  • Provided direct care to clients, including therapeutic activities and exercises.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress and treatments.
  • Monitored patients' responses to treatments and reported any changes to the therapist.
  • Instructed patients in basic daily living skills, such as grooming and dressing.
  • Demonstrated proper use of assistive devices, such as wheelchairs, walkers and orthopedic appliances.
  • Prepared treatment areas for therapy sessions by setting up equipment.
  • Assisted with developing individualized treatment plans for each patient's needs.
  • Adapted activities or materials to meet the needs of a variety of patient populations.
  • Observed clients during treatment sessions to ensure safety and effectiveness of interventions.
  • Provided guidance to families on how best to support their loved ones through therapy programs.
  • Encouraged clients by providing positive reinforcement for achievements made during therapy sessions.
  • Assisted in administering standardized tests that measure physical abilities, motor functioning or cognitive processes.
  • Performed clerical tasks related to occupational therapy services, such as scheduling appointments or maintaining medical records.
  • Collected data from observations or interviews with clients to document progress towards goals.
  • Implemented modifications in treatment plans based on changes in patient status or new information obtained from assessments.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings with other health professionals involved in the care of a particular patient.
  • Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
  • 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.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Salem State University
Salem, MA
06-2008

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Dominican College
New York
05-2004

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Mt. Ida College
Newton, MA
05-1994

Skills

  • Sensory processing improvements
  • Patient-centered care
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Treatment plan development
  • Therapy communication
  • IEP implementation
  • Child development
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Rehabilitation planning
  • Team building

Timeline

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Quincy Hospital
07.2001 - 11.2018

Occupational Therapist

St Coletta Day School
09.1999 - 06.2001

Occupational Therapist

Quincy Public Schools
09.1998 - 06.1999

Occupational Therapist

Randolph Public Schools
09.1998 - 06.1999

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Milton Skilled Nursing Facility
01.1996 - 11.1998

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Rehab Works
06.1994 - 11.1996

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Salem State University

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Dominican College

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Mt. Ida College

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