Rocky Rodriquez
Roswell,NM
Summary
Enthusiastic Occupational Therapist dedicated to achieving superior patient outcomes while participating as a member of a multidisciplinary case-management team.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Reliant Rehabilitation
Roswell , NM; Hobbs NM
04.2011 - Current
- Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, Hip arthoplasty, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, stroke and neuropathies.
- Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
- Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in the decision-making process.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers.
- Established positive rapport with patients.
- Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
Occupational Therapist
Interim Home Health Care
Roswell , NM
03.2013 - Current
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Delivered home care occupational therapy to homebound patients.
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration.
Occupational Therapist
Eastern New Mexico Medical Center
Roswell , NM
01.2013 - 07.2013
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, stroke and neuropathies.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Lakeview Chrsitian Home
Carlsbad , NM
05.2010 - 04.2011
- Taught patients how to live within the limits of their capabilities and celebrated their successes.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
- Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Treated each patient according to a written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Occupational Therapy
Western New Mexico Unversity
2012
Bachelor of Science - Pschology/ Sociology
Eastern New Mexico University
2010
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Eastern New Mexico University- Roswell
2010
Skills
- Experienced in CASAMBA documentation
- Trained in diagnostics and prognostics
- BLS training
- Certified Kinesio Tape Practitioner
- Aquatic Therapy Specialty
- Adaptive to changing environments
- Home health care expertise
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Interim Home Health Care
03.2013 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Eastern New Mexico Medical Center
01.2013 - 07.2013
Occupational Therapist
Reliant Rehabilitation
04.2011 - Current
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Lakeview Chrsitian Home
05.2010 - 04.2011
Master of Science - Master of Occupational Therapy
Western New Mexico Unversity
Bachelor of Science - Pschology/ Sociology
Eastern New Mexico University
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Eastern New Mexico University- Roswell
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