RYAN OCHIUZZO
Deltona,FL
Summary
Dynamic Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a proven track record at Alpine Skilled Nursing. Expert in patient assessment and therapeutic interventions, enhancing treatment success through adaptive equipment use. Skilled in fostering positive relationships and maintaining precise clinical documentation. Committed to professional growth and delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA-L
Pam Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2026 - Current
- Streamlined processes by integrating advanced tools, resulting in improved productivity and resource management.
- Established key performance indicators to measure success and optimize team performance within projects.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
COTA
Bartow Center
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Assisted in implementing individualized therapy plans to enhance patient recovery and mobility.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic exercises and equipment usage for improved home care.
- Documented patient outcomes and therapy sessions accurately in electronic health records system.
COTA
Kindred Hospital
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Contributed to an acute rehab setting by assisting in patient care and rehabilitation programs that improved mobility and recovery times for diverse patient populations.
- Enhanced discharge planning by collaborating with healthcare teams to streamline processes, resulting in quicker patient transitions and improved overall satisfaction.
- Travel contract through AMN healthcare
COTA
Alpine Skilled Nursing
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within field.
- Performed home assessments to recommend modifications for improved accessibility and safety.
- Documented patient outcomes and maintained accurate clinical records.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions using evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Presented continuing education workshops on relevant topics within field of occupational therapy.
- Travel contract through AMN healthcare
COTA
The Plaza Health and Rehab
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Demonstrated professionalism through effective communication, ethical decision-making, and adherence to scope of practice guidelines.
- Enhanced treatment program success by altering strategies based on client assessments.
- Assisted with treatment planning by evaluating capabilities of physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabled clients.
- Met unique needs of each patient, selecting and carrying out appropriate therapies.
COTA Student
Majestic Oaks
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Demonstrated professionalism through effective communication, ethical decision-making, and adherence to scope of practice guidelines.
- Fostered positive relationships with colleagues, patients, families, and community resources.
- Documented patient outcomes and maintained accurate clinical records.
COTA Student
Back in Motion Physical Therapy
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within field.
- Assessed patients' functional abilities and limitations in daily life activities.
- Maintained safe and clean therapy environment, adhering to infection control procedures.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to facilitate patient independence in daily activities.
Education
Associate in Science - Occupational Therapy
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, Fl05.2024
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Therapeutic interventions
- Adaptive equipment use
- Outcome documentation
- Group therapy facilitation
- Clinical documentation
- Discharge documentation
Timeline
COTA-L
Pam Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2026 - Current
COTA
Bartow Center
01.2026 - 04.2026
COTA
Kindred Hospital
09.2025 - 11.2025
COTA
Alpine Skilled Nursing
07.2025 - 09.2025
COTA
The Plaza Health and Rehab
08.2024 - 07.2025
COTA Student
Majestic Oaks
03.2024 - 06.2024
COTA Student
Back in Motion Physical Therapy
01.2024 - 03.2024
Associate in Science - Occupational Therapy
Daytona State College