Meylin Paz Cruz
Winter Springs
Summary
Caring OTR/L with versatility in adapting to diverse needs of clients, developing targeted treatment plans to support individual needs. Well-trained occupational therapist with 12 years of experience building personal confidence among clients suffering from varying disorders and social impairments.
Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for empathy, effective communication, and problem-solving in clinical settings.
Professionally provides therapeutic interventions and assessments to variety of patients. Skills including creating individualized treatment plans to maximize patient's independence and wellbeing. Focused on using therapeutic approaches to help clients reach highest potential.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Back In Motion Physical Therapy
02.2019 - Current
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
- Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate and timely records while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Led team of occupational therapy assistants, overseeing their work and facilitating professional development through mentoring.
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Back In Motion
04.2013 - Current
- Advocated for appropriate services on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure they received optimal care throughout their recovery process.
- Assisted in the rehabilitation of patients with a wide range of diagnoses, including orthopedic injuries, neurological disorders, and developmental delays.
- Implemented creative therapeutic interventions that engaged clients while working towards functional goals effectively.
- Provided thorough documentation of client progress, enabling accurate assessments and informed decision-making by occupational therapists regarding treatment modifications or discharge planning.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
Occupational Therapist fieldwork II
Live Active Therapy Center
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
Occupational Therapist (Fieldwork I)
Azul Therapy Services
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Communicated goals, plans and progress to parents or guardians.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for new patients to identify functional limitations and establish therapeutic goals.
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Speech And Language Therapy
05.2013 - 07.2017
- Worked closely with the occupational therapist to help kids with a variety of diagnosis improve their cognitive, physical, sensory, and motor skills.
- Instructed parents and caregivers with home programs to maximize client's progress towards established goals by the occupational therapist.
- Worked with children with developmental disabilities in activities to promote socialization and physical coordination.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Jumping Steps By Steps
08.2013 - 12.2016
- Provided interventions to children with sensory, motor and social problems.
- Adapted and modified the environment, including assistive technology, to meet individual children needs.
- Support and promote the development and engagement of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, and their families or other caregivers, in everyday routines. These routines include play, rest and sleep, activities of daily living, education, and social participation.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
Education
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy -
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL02-2019
Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy -
Keiser University
Miami, FL04-2013
Skills
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Intervention planning
- Treatment implementation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Patient evaluations
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BSL) certification
- Agent modalities certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Back In Motion Physical Therapy
02.2019 - Current
Occupational Therapist fieldwork II
Live Active Therapy Center
05.2018 - 07.2018
Occupational Therapist (Fieldwork I)
Azul Therapy Services
06.2017 - 08.2017
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Jumping Steps By Steps
08.2013 - 12.2016
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Speech And Language Therapy
05.2013 - 07.2017
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Back In Motion
04.2013 - Current
- Basic Life Support (BSL) certification
- Agent modalities certification
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy -
Keiser University
Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy -
Keiser University
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