MONICA TULEY
Amarillo,TX
Summary
I have proven leadership abilities in working as a team, ability to multi-task while remaining professional and courteous in a fast-paced dynamic environment. I quickly pick up skills and apply them successfully through both initiative and the ability to comprehend instructions. I work well under pressure with the ability to adapt to change. I am an effective communicator who will inspire confidence in any employer.
Occupational therapy assistant with solid foundation in therapeutic practices and patient care. Skilled in developing individualized treatment plans, assisting with therapeutic activities, and maintaining accurate patient records. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving patient outcomes, adaptable to changing clinical needs. Reliable, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA
Ardent Bass Health Systems
01.2014 - 01.2025
- Full-time COTA in home health, acute care, and inpatient rehab settings.
- Independently scheduled appointments, prepared ITM, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams.
- Provided skilled OT services for diagnoses such as CVA, TBI, orthopedic conditions, generalized weakness, spinal cord injuries, and autoimmune disorders..
- Assisted Ed Coordinator with on boarding process of new hires and mentoring OTA students completing Level II Fieldwork.
COTA
Vibra Healthcare
01.2013 - 01.2023
- PRN COTA in IR setting, responsible for carrying out patient plans for diagnoses such as CVA, THR, TKA, generalized weakness, MI, CABG, and COPD in a geriatric population.
COTA
Touchstone Communities Ussery-Roan TSVH
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Treated diagnoses such as CVA, wheelchair positioning, urinary incontinence, generalized weakness, and orthopedic conditions in a geriatric population.
- Conducted OT screenings for Part B patients and assisted the Director of Rehab with staff meetings, resident care plans, and PPS/MDS information management.
COTA
Reliant Rehabilitation Services
01.2013 - 01.2014
- PRN COTA in SNF, treating diagnoses such as CVA, generalized weakness, THR, TKR, BKA, and AKA.
- Worked under the supervision of OTR and carried out interdisciplinary team approaches.
COTA/Program Director
RehabCare/Kindred
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Lubbock: Treated various diagnoses, including orthopedics, CVA, TBI, SCI, and urinary incontinence in LTC/SNF facilities.
- Implemented bladder programs and utilized E-STIM bladder retraining using PENS.
- Amarillo: Served as Program Director, supervising staff, scheduling, attending facility staff meetings, ITM, patient care plans, and RUG level management.
- Provided back safety in-services to therapy and facility staff.
COTA
Physical Therapy Today
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Treated upper extremity diagnoses in an outpatient hand clinic alongside OTR.
- Managed cases such as carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar nerve transplants, tendon injuries, wrist fractures, and total shoulder replacements.
- Utilized modalities like ultrasound, E-STIM, scar massage, paraffin wax, and iontophoresis.
- Conducted splinting and modifications as needed, and handled worker’s compensation injuries.
COTA
Ami E. Hill Therapy Services
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Provided home health OT services, primarily to geriatric clients.
- Assisted with transitional home living, home modifications, and energy conservation skills to maximize independent living.
COTA
Garrison Care Center
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Treated patients with orthopedics, CVA, SCI, generalized weakness, TBI, and multiple stages of dementia in long-term care and SNF settings.
COTA
Covenant Health System
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Treated patients of all age groups with various diagnoses under the supervision of OTRs in a fast-paced inpatient rehab setting.
- Specialized in spinal cord injuries, neurological diagnoses, NDT training, and Aquatic Therapy.
Entry-Level COTA
Baptist St. Anthony’s Health System
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Treated various patient diagnoses under the supervision of an OTR.
- Diagnoses included CVA, SCI, TBI, Orthopedics, Parkinson’s disease, and other conditions across all age groups in SNU, Acute, and Inpatient Rehab settings.
Support Director
Walmart
01.1989 - 01.1996
- Supervised several departments and employees.
- Managed scheduling for adequate coverage, inventory accuracy, marketing techniques, and budgeting for each department.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Streamlined communication processes between departments, improving efficiency and collaboration.
- Analyzed customer feedback to implement service improvements, increasing satisfaction rates.
- Managed inventory control systems to optimize stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the support department.
Education
Associate Degree - Applied Science
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX01.1996
Skills
- 29 years of experience in occupational therapy
- Specialized in geriatric care and rehabilitation
- Proficient in physical agent modalities
- Currently pursuing certified stroke rehab certification
- Bilingual
- Flexible and reliable
- Excellent time-management and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Interdisciplinary team player
- Strong problem-solving skills
- CPR and Care tools certified
Languages
English
Timeline
COTA
Ardent Bass Health Systems
01.2014 - 01.2025
COTA
Vibra Healthcare
01.2013 - 01.2023
COTA
Reliant Rehabilitation Services
01.2013 - 01.2014
COTA
Touchstone Communities Ussery-Roan TSVH
01.2011 - 01.2016
COTA/Program Director
RehabCare/Kindred
01.2007 - 01.2013
COTA
Physical Therapy Today
01.2005 - 01.2007
COTA
Garrison Care Center
01.2002 - 01.2005
COTA
Ami E. Hill Therapy Services
01.1999 - 01.2006
COTA
Covenant Health System
01.1997 - 01.2002
Entry-Level COTA
Baptist St. Anthony’s Health System
01.1996 - 01.1997
Support Director
Walmart
01.1989 - 01.1996
Associate Degree - Applied Science
Amarillo College