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Sara Best

Clyde,North Carolina

Summary

Experienced professional with a successful career in planning, developing, and executing events and initiatives. Demonstrated expertise in maximizing potential and achieving goals. Creative and strategic with strong leadership and client relations abilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CEO

Twisted Cow
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
  • Directed long-term research initiatives to identify new markets for growth opportunities.
  • Assessed financial performance of the organization on a regular basis and identified areas for improvement.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.
  • Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintained open communication channels between departments to maximize efficiency and productivity.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Skyland Terrace Nursing and Rehabilitation
Waynesville
04.2023 - Current
  • Providing therapeutic services to patients to increase functional independence in pursuit of transition home.
  • Assisted in transitioning clients from an acute care setting into an outpatient rehabilitation facility.
  • Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
  • Conducted assessments of clients' abilities and monitored progress towards their goals.
  • Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning and sterilizing therapeutic equipment.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.
  • Created detailed records of patient evaluations, treatments, progress and discharge summaries.

Office Administration

Best Built Inc
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted with office administration tasks such as filing paperwork or entering data into computer systems.
  • Ensured compliance of company policies in all areas of office administration.
  • Utilized specialized software applications related to the job role.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve issues regarding incorrect data entries.
  • Prepared summaries of daily work completed for review by supervisors.

CNA, Medication Aide

Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation
Maggie Valley
03.2017 - 02.2023
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Reliant Rehab
Maggie Valley
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Assisted in transitioning clients from an acute care setting into an outpatient rehabilitation facility.
  • Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
  • Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning and sterilizing therapeutic equipment.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Vero
Sylva, NC
12.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assisted in transitioning clients from an acute care setting into an outpatient rehabilitation facility.
  • Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
  • Conducted assessments of clients' abilities and monitored progress towards their goals.
  • Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning and sterilizing therapeutic equipment.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Select Rehab
Waynesville
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted in transitioning clients from an acute care setting into an outpatient rehabilitation facility.
  • Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
  • Conducted assessments of clients' abilities and monitored progress towards their goals.
  • Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning and sterilizing therapeutic equipment.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Haywood County School System
Waynesville
03.2021 - 05.2021
  • Assisted occupational therapists in developing treatment plans for patients.
  • Performed patient assessments to identify areas of need and design individualized therapy programs.
  • Observed and documented patient progress during treatments, including changes in physical or mental status.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions, such as exercises, strhing activities, and functional activities.
  • Provided instruction on the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices to maximize independence.
  • Monitored patient safety throughout all treatments and interventions.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, including daily notes, evaluations, reports.
  • Developed educational materials and provided training to clients regarding self-care techniques.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Southwestern Pro Bono Clinic
Sylva
01.2021 - 03.2021
  • Assisted occupational therapists in developing treatment plans for patients.
  • Performed patient assessments to identify areas of need and design individualized therapy programs.
  • Observed and documented patient progress during treatments, including changes in physical or mental status.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions, such as exercises, strhing activities, and functional activities.
  • Provided instruction on the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices to maximize independence.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Hinds Feet Farm
Telehealth
09.2020 - 10.2020
  • Psychosocial
  • Creating treatment plan
  • Observing various treatment sessions

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

VA
Telehealth
09.2020 - 09.2020
  • Discussion of treatment for various diagnoses of veterans
  • Psychosocial telehealth with VA

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Full Spectrum Farm
Telehealth
06.2020 - 07.2020
  • Pediatrics
  • Creating a week-long treatment session to be executed online

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Simucase
Online
05.2020 - 07.2020
  • Adult and Pediatrics
  • Creating treatment plans for clients
  • Answering questions about treatments

CNA

Pisgah Manor
Candler, NC
06.2016 - 03.2017
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant -

Southwestern Community College
Sylva
05.2021

Medication Aide -

A-B Tech
Asheville
06.2017

Certified Nursing Assistance -

Haywood Community College
Clyde
05.2014

Occupational Therapy Assistant -

Online Continuing Education

Skills

  • Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Succession Planning
  • Organizational agility
  • Talent Development
  • Business Administration
  • Organizational Development
  • Multitasking
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excellent Communication
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Data Entry
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Verbal Communication
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Communication
  • Recordkeeping
  • Microsoft Office
  • Critical Thinking
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Basic Life Support
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Toileting assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Relations
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Observing responses
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Patient care planning
  • Patient Care Standards
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Medical Records Maintenance
  • Patient reception
  • Clinical Team Collaboration
  • Patient Rehabilitation
  • Strength training
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Mental Health Support
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Workflow Planning
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Clinical Training
  • Initial patient assessments
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Medication Schedule Adherence
  • Monitoring for Side Effects
  • Oxygen initiation
  • Glucose Monitoring
  • Glucose testing
  • Emergency Care
  • Infection Control
  • Attention to Detail
  • Topical medication application
  • Drugs inventory
  • Prescription Verification
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Medication stock maintenance
  • Administering Medications
  • Patient Observation
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • HIPAA Compliance Certification
  • Advanced clerical knowledge
  • Professional and mature
  • Word Processing
  • Proofreading
  • Maintains confidentiality
  • Administrative support specialist
  • Document Preparation
  • Error identification
  • Data accuracy
  • File Management
  • Verifying data accuracy
  • Filing and data archiving
  • Collecting information
  • Data transcription
  • Microsoft Excel certified
  • Mail handling
  • Administrative Support
  • Office Administration
  • Records retrieval
  • Clerical Support
  • Bookkeeping
  • Calendar Management
  • Invoice Processing
  • Spreadsheet Management
  • Filing
  • Expense Reporting
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Scheduling

Certification

  • North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy-14271, 06/30/2025
  • NBCOT-457065, 03/31/2025
  • NC CNA-469932, 12/31/2025
  • NC Medication Aide- M107060, 10/31/2025

Timeline

CEO

Twisted Cow
12.2023 - Current

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Skyland Terrace Nursing and Rehabilitation
04.2023 - Current

Office Administration

Best Built Inc
11.2022 - 05.2023

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Vero
12.2021 - 03.2022

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Reliant Rehab
08.2021 - 12.2022

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Select Rehab
08.2021 - 11.2021

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Haywood County School System
03.2021 - 05.2021

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Southwestern Pro Bono Clinic
01.2021 - 03.2021

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Hinds Feet Farm
09.2020 - 10.2020

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

VA
09.2020 - 09.2020

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Full Spectrum Farm
06.2020 - 07.2020

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student

Simucase
05.2020 - 07.2020

CNA, Medication Aide

Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2017 - 02.2023

CNA

Pisgah Manor
06.2016 - 03.2017

Occupational Therapy Assistant -

Southwestern Community College

Medication Aide -

A-B Tech

Certified Nursing Assistance -

Haywood Community College

Occupational Therapy Assistant -

Online Continuing Education

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