Olivia Cruz-Celis
Sylmar
Summary
Certified professional with strong expertise in occupational therapy. Proven ability to create and implement effective treatment plans that enhance patient outcomes. Highly skilled in therapeutic techniques, patient assessment, and adaptive equipment usage. Known for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to evolving patient needs. Dependable and results-driven with focus on achieving targeted goals.
Healthcare professional with solid background in therapeutic support and patient care. Proven ability to implement effective treatment plans and improve patient mobility. Reliable team collaborator, adaptable to dynamic healthcare environments, with strong skills in communication and patient interaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Rinaldi Convalescent for Cambridgehs
16553 Rinaldi St, Granada Hills, CA
08.2016 - Current
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to implement therapeutic interventions effectively.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on observed outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic activities to promote independence.
COTA/L
Majestic Care Congregate Living
4762 Maureen Ln, Moorepark, CA 93021
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Led training sessions for staff on effective occupational therapy practices and techniques.
- Developed community outreach programs to raise awareness about occupational therapy benefits for seniors.
- Promoted professional growth by attending conferences, workshops, seminars, and maintaining currency on industry trends and best practices.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans based on changing needs and goals.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
- Ensured adherence to facility policies, procedures, regulations as well as compliance with state licensing requirements for COTALs.
DOR, COTA-L
EmpowerMe Wellness / Valley Vista Assisted Living
7040 Van Nuys Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91405
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to enhance residents' physical and cognitive abilities.
- Conducted assessments and evaluations to monitor progress and adjust treatment strategies.
- Educated staff on best practices for occupational therapy support within assisted living environments.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving efficiency.
- Enhanced resident engagement through creative activity programming tailored to individual needs.
- Advocated for resident needs during care team meetings, contributing to improved service delivery outcomes.
- Educated families and caregivers on strategies to support sustained improvement in daily living activities.
- Utilized effective communication skills to present recommendations to patients, families, and other healthcare professionals in a clear and concise manner.
COTA/L
Autumn Hills HealthCare
430 N. Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91206
01.2009 - 07.2022
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to enhance patient mobility and independence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on daily living activities to promote recovery and safety.
- Conducted assessments to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment strategies accordingly.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and improve efficiency.
- Mentored junior COTAs, providing guidance on best practices in patient care and therapy delivery.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay up-to-date on advancements within the field of occupational therapy.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and develop collaborative approaches for optimal care.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, California, CA12-2007
Skills
- Fine motor skills development
- Fall prevention strategies
- Activity analysis
- Documentation and reporting
- Collaborative teamwork
- Group therapy facilitation
- Assistive technology use
- Functional mobility training
- Sensory processing improvements
- Traumatic brain injury care
- Sensory integration strategies
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Cognitive retraining
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Range of motion improvement
- Therapeutic exercise programming
- Orthopedic treatment proficiency
- Wheelchair positioning
- Team collaboration
- Handwriting improvement
- Social skills development
- Mental health support
- Neurological disorders
- Autism spectrum
- Sensory processing support
- Injury prevention
- Treatment plan development
- Modality modification
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- CPR/AED
- Progress documentation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
COTA/L
Majestic Care Congregate Living
10.2024 - 01.2026
DOR, COTA-L
EmpowerMe Wellness / Valley Vista Assisted Living
10.2023 - 01.2025
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Rinaldi Convalescent for Cambridgehs
08.2016 - Current
COTA/L
Autumn Hills HealthCare
01.2009 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Santa Ana College