Misty Maxwell
Rimersburg,PA
Summary
Dynamic COTA with proven expertise in adaptive equipment and a deep understanding of neurological disorders, honed at Genesis Rehabilitation Services. Excels in creative treatment solutions and client education, significantly enhancing patient independence and quality of life. Skilled in fostering collaboration among healthcare teams to achieve patient-centered goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health COTA
Lutheran Senior Life
12.2020 - Current
- Assisted OTs with implementing individual treatment plans to help patients function independently.
- Prepared and maintained treatment areas after daily use by cleaning and setting up equipment.
- Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
- Collaborated with OTR, nursing staff, patient caregivers and family to develop discharge plans and discuss patient progress.
- Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.
COTA
Tender Touch Rehabilitation
12.2018 - 07.2020
- Assisted OTs with implementing individual treatment plans to help patients function independently.
- Prepared and maintained treatment areas after daily use by cleaning and setting up equipment.
- Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
- Collaborated with OTR, nursing staff, patient caregivers and family to develop discharge plans and discuss patient progress.
- Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.
COTA
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
05.2013 - 09.2018
- Prepared and maintained treatment areas after daily use by cleaning and setting up equipment.
- Assisted OTs with implementing individual treatment plans to help patients function independently.
- Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
- Increased patient safety by addressing environmental factors within homes and facilities that could pose potential risks or barriers.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life with customized therapeutic interventions targeting functional limitations.
Education
Associate of Science -
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Oil City, PA05.2001
Skills
- Creativity in Treatment
- Neurological disorders knowledge
- Adaptive equipment expertise
- Wheelchair Seating Evaluation
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Fine Motor Skills
- Client Education
Timeline
Home Health COTA
Lutheran Senior Life
12.2020 - Current
COTA
Tender Touch Rehabilitation
12.2018 - 07.2020
COTA
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
05.2013 - 09.2018
Associate of Science -
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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