Professional Summary
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Education
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Shanda Abraham

Select Rehabilitation
PALMHARBOR,FL
7
years of professional experience

Dedicated occupational therapy professional with experience in geriatric rehabilitation, sensory integration strategies, and cognitive retraining. Recognized for strong patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and effective use of adaptive equipment. Committed to supporting functional independence, safety, and meaningful recovery outcomes.

Work History

COTA

3 Years 5 Months
Select Rehabilitation | 05.2023 - Current
  • Delivered occupational therapy interventions under supervision, supporting patient progress toward individualized treatment goals.
  • Documented treatment sessions accurately, maintaining compliant records and timely progress notes.
  • Instructed patients in adaptive equipment use, improving independence in daily living activities.
  • Monitored resident responses during therapy, adjusting activities to match tolerance and functional needs.

Veterinary Technician

2 Years 1 Month
East Bay Animal Hospital | 04.2021 - 05.2023
  • Monitored anesthesia and maintained patient stability during surgical and dental procedures.
  • Prepared exam rooms, instruments, and treatment areas for efficient daily patient flow.
  • Collected blood, urine, and fecal samples for in-house laboratory testing and diagnostics.
  • Administered medications, vaccines, and fluid therapy according to veterinary protocols.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

9 Months
Sabal Palms | 01.2020 - 10.2020
  • Delivered occupational therapy interventions under supervision, supporting patient progress toward functional goals.
  • Assisted with ADL retraining, improving independence with dressing, grooming, and transfers.
  • Monitored patient responses during sessions, reporting changes promptly to supervising therapist.
  • Documented treatment activities accurately, maintaining compliance with care plans and facility standards.

Education

Associate of Science - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Polk Community College | Winter Haven, FL | 10.2008

Skills

Fall prevention
Motor skills training
Activity analysis
Collaborative teamwork
Documentation
Mobility training
Sensory assessment
Schedule management
Interdisciplinary teamwork
Cognitive assessments
Cognitive training
Rehabilitation techniques
Range improvement
Home planning
Therapeutic programming
Adaptive equipment
Wheelchair positioning
Upper strengthening
Patient-centered approach

Timeline

COTA

Select Rehabilitation
05.2023 - CurrentRead More

Veterinary Technician

East Bay Animal Hospital
04.2021 - 05.2023Read More

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Sabal Palms
01.2020 - 10.2020Read More

Polk Community College

Associate of Science from Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
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Shanda Abraham