Motivated and compassionate COTA specializing in pediatric occupational therapy. Eager to contribute my expertise in sensory integration and developmental interventions to support the growth and independence of children with diverse needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Beyond Therapy
11.2023 - Current
Conducted therapeutic exercises and activities to enhance clients' fine motor skills, coordination, and activities of daily living.
Collaborated with clients in performing rehabilitative activities and exercises as prescribed by the occupational therapist.
· Provided guidance and support to clients in improving daily living skills and adapting to their environments.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Independent Kids
02.2023 - Current
Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
Provided in-home occupational therapy services to clients with mobility challenges and functional limitations.
Adapted home environments and recommended assistive devices to promote independence and safety.
·Collaborated with healthcare professionals and family members to develop comprehensive care plans.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Texas Kids
01.2018 - 01.2023
Implemented and adjusted therapeutic activities within established treatment plans to promote functional independence in the home setting
Educated patients and families in-home programs, basic living skills, and care and use of adaptive equipment
Effic
Assist patients to learn and master compensatory strategies to perform Activities of Daily Living, with the use of AE.
Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Ageless Living Home Health
02.2016 - 01.2023
Worked under the supervision of occupational therapists providing therapy to help patients develop and improve daily living and working skills
Worked with children with developmental disabilities in activities to promote socialization and physical coordination
Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
Patient Care Technician
St. Vincent Southside
01.2010 - 01.2016
Bathed, groomed, shaved, dressed patients
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems
Provided patients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed
Managed vital signs / glucose, foley catheters
Collaborated with the Nurse to carry out doctor's orders as a CNA
Observed and documented patient status.
Education
Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant -
Keiser University
Jacksonville, FL
01.2015
Skills
Occupational Therapy Assistant (347140)
CPR / First Aid
Kareo and Rehab Optima medical software
Cognitive retraining
Therapeutic Exercises
ADL Training
Sensory Integration
Patient Advocacy
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Beyond Therapy
11.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Independent Kids
02.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Texas Kids
01.2018 - 01.2023
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Ageless Living Home Health
02.2016 - 01.2023
Patient Care Technician
St. Vincent Southside
01.2010 - 01.2016
Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant -
Keiser University
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