I am a dedicated and certified Occupational Therapy Assistant committed to delivering patient-centered interventions and collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure ethical, productive, and efficient dynamics in the workplace, ultimately enhancing community well-being. My primary focus is increasing patient satisfaction and creating opportunities for patients to develop essential daily living skills, enhancing their participation in meaningful occupations. I have successfully collaborated with Occupational Therapists to provide evidence-based interventions that improve patients' quality of life. With expertise in monitoring patient progress, implementing treatment plans, and educating patients and their families, I strive to create a therapeutically encouraging and uplifting environment for the young patients at the facility. I aim to inspire and motivate our patients, making their time at the hospital a positive and transformative experience.
Work History
Level II Fieldwork Intern
Falcon Ridge Rehabilitation
Hutto, Texas
05.2024 - 07.2024
Delivered patient and family education on functional deficits, adaptive equipment, and effective discharge planning, and facilitated access to community resources.
Applied therapeutic techniques to engage and educate patients about the role of occupational therapy, advocating for their active participation and commitment to therapy to enhance outcomes and achieve treatment goals.
Engaged in consultation with the supervising occupational therapist for expert advice on complex cases and necessary treatment modifications.
Level II Fieldwork Intern
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Round Rock, TX
03.2024 - 05.2024
Administered prescribed occupational therapy in alignment with treatment protocols under the guidance of a licensed occupational therapist.
Compiled precise and comprehensive documentation of patient progress and therapeutic outcomes.
Evaluated patient responses to therapy, adjusted treatment plans as required, and communicated relevant updates to the supervising occupational therapist.
Education
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant -
10.2024
Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant -
10.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Austin Community College
Austin, TX
08.2024
Skills
Executing Established Treatment Plans
Documenting Patient Progress
Monitoring Patient Responses to Treatment
Communicating Progress and Goal Revisions
Educating Patients and Families
Providing Discharge Planning Assistance
Seeking Consultations as Needed
Interprofessional communication
Therapeutic use of self to increase patient's progress
Hobbies and Interests
Bilingual
Creative art
Languages
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Level II Fieldwork Intern
Falcon Ridge Rehabilitation
05.2024 - 07.2024
Level II Fieldwork Intern
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant -
Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant -
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
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