Misti Bridges
Winona,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level sales position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COTA
VitalCaring Group
2023.05 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by designing and implementing individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life with customized therapeutic interventions targeting functional limitations.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal patient progress.
- Promoted independence in daily living activities by teaching adaptive techniques and effective use of assistive devices.
- Documented patient progress accurately and consistently, enabling efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Increased patient safety by addressing environmental factors within homes and facilities that could pose potential risks or barriers.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through compassionate care and clear communication about treatment objectives.
- Used HCHB to maintain accurate documentation of patient progress toward goals.
- Built strong rapport with patients through compassionate communication and active listening techniques.
- Ensured timely billing processes by accurately documenting therapy services provided according to insurance requirements.
- Served as a liaison between patients/families and other healthcare professionals involved in the care process, facilitating seamless communication channels throughout the treatment journey.
- Participated in case conferences and presented patient progress updates, ensuring continuity of care throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in ALF and private home settings.
COTA
Transitions Rehab
2012.10 - 2023.05
- Improved patient outcomes by designing and implementing individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life with customized therapeutic interventions targeting functional limitations.
- Promoted independence in daily living activities by teaching adaptive techniques and effective use of assistive devices.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal patient progress.
- Used NETHEALTH to maintain accurate documentation of patient progress toward goals.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in Skilled Nursing Facility settings.
COTA-L PRN
Paradigm Rehab And Nursing
2009.04 - 2023.05
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans based on changing needs and goals.
- Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Contributed to a positive rehabilitation environment by fostering strong relationships with patients, families, staff members, and referring providers.
- Coordinated schedules with therapy staff for seamless patient transitions between sessions or appointments.
- Developed personalized home programs for patients to promote continued skill development outside of therapy sessions.
- Utilized effective communication skills to present recommendations to patients, families, and other healthcare professionals in a clear and concise manner.
COTA-L - PRN
Waterton Plaza SNF
2013.12 - 2014.04
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and develop collaborative approaches for optimal care.
- Contributed to a positive rehabilitation environment by fostering strong relationships with patients, families, staff members, and referring providers.
- Ensured adherence to facility policies, procedures, regulations as well as compliance with state licensing requirements for COTALs.
COTA-L
RehabPro - Providence Park
2008.08 - 2009.03
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans based on changing needs and goals.
- Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
COTA-L
Encompass Home Health
2007.03 - 2008.08
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans based on changing needs and goals.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and develop collaborative approaches for optimal care.
- Contributed to a positive rehabilitation environment by fostering strong relationships with patients, families, staff members, and referring providers.
COTA-L
Paradigm Rehab And Nursing
2006.05 - 2007.03
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
- Educated families and caregivers on strategies to support sustained improvement in daily living activities.
- Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and develop collaborative approaches for optimal care.
- Promoted professional growth by attending conferences, workshops, seminars, and maintaining currency on industry trends and best practices.
- Coordinated schedules with therapy staff for seamless patient transitions between sessions or appointments.
- Delivered high-quality care by continuously refining treatment methods based on evidence-based practice principles.
- Developed personalized home programs for patients to promote continued skill development outside of therapy sessions.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay up-to-date on advancements within the field of occupational therapy.
- Utilized effective communication skills to present recommendations to patients, families, and other healthcare professionals in a clear and concise manner.
- Prioritized patient safety by adhering to proper body mechanics, infection control protocols, and other facility guidelines during all therapy sessions.
- Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
COTA-L
Rehab At Home Health Care Services
2005.03 - 2006.05
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans based on changing needs and goals.
- Educated families and caregivers on strategies to support sustained improvement in daily living activities.
- Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Management
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TXAssociate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Panola College
Carthage, TX09.1998
Skills
- Patient Relations
- Progress Monitoring
- Geriatric Care
- Collaboration Abilities
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Client Education
- Appointment Scheduling
- Progress Documentation
Certification
COTA - TX license #208459
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
COTA
VitalCaring Group
2023.05 - Current
COTA-L - PRN
Waterton Plaza SNF
2013.12 - 2014.04
COTA
Transitions Rehab
2012.10 - 2023.05
COTA-L PRN
Paradigm Rehab And Nursing
2009.04 - 2023.05
COTA-L
RehabPro - Providence Park
2008.08 - 2009.03
COTA-L
Encompass Home Health
2007.03 - 2008.08
COTA-L
Paradigm Rehab And Nursing
2006.05 - 2007.03
COTA-L
Rehab At Home Health Care Services
2005.03 - 2006.05
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Management
Tyler Junior College
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Panola College
COTA - TX license #208459
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