Shelby Merriett-DiGiovanni
104 Chantilly Drive - West Monroe,LA
Summary
As a COTA, I possess outstanding organizational and time management skills and a compassionate demeanor. I am an attentive team player with a keen eye for detail who always goes above and beyond to take on additional responsibilities. My field experience has honed my natural problem-solving abilities and practical communication skills. I am humbled and excited to be considered as a candidate for the prestigious MOT program at ULM.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Therapist / COTA-L
Believe & Achieve Therapy Center
West Monroe, La
02.2020 - Current
- Develop and implement various treatments/activities for adult and pediatric patients; deliver therapy according to the established treatment plan; accurately document progress toward objectives.
- Communicate patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff, and other professionals
- Clinical Instructor to occupational therapy assistant students.
- Marketing and Community Events
- Promoted a positive working environment by showing professionalism and respect amongst team members.
- Maintains updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Implements modalities, including but not limited to ultrasound, electrical stimulation, or hot and cold packs.
COTA-L / PRN
Melanie Massey Physical Therapy
West Monroe, La
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Developed and implemented various activities to promote wellness in a pediatric and adult setting
- Collaborate with OTR and team members on patient progress or problems
- Maintain documentation promptly
COTA-L / PRN
Landmark, Lagniappe Rehabilitation Services
West Monroe, La
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Implemented treatment for all assigned patients; delivered treatment according to the established treatment plan; accurately documented progress toward objectives and communicated patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff, and other professionals
COTA-L / PRN
Tuscany Village, Rehab Pro
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Implement treatment programs for patients
- Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
- Document patient care in accordance with People First Rehabilitation, regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
- Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
- Provide adaptive methods and equipment as appropriate to enhance performance.
COTA-L
ParcWay Post Acute Recovery Center, Vision Therapy
Oklahoma City, Ok
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Communicated patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
- Provide adaptive methods and equipment as appropriate to enhance performance.
- Provided guidance regarding wheelchair positioning, transfers, and ambulation aids.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises, modalities, and activities to improve motor performance skills.
OTA
Green Clinic
Ruston, La
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Developed and implemented appropriate treatment plans for adult patients
- Record the progress of patients.
- Provided individualized interventions to promote functional independence and optimize the quality of life.
- Designed home exercise programs based on each patient's specific needs.
Education
Bachelors - Psychology
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05.2024
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA12.2017
Skills
- Decision Making
- Clinical Instructor to OTA Students
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Solution Orientated
- Active Listening & Flexible Thinking
- Planning & Organizing
- Computer Skills & Documentation
- Leadership
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Good Work Ethic
- Team Building
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- NBCOT
- L/COTA
- MNRI
- MFR
Accomplishments
- Deans List
- Presidents List
- Lead Therapist
References
- Ann Tubre, LOTR 318-235-4541
- Pati Cale, LOTR 504-473-0695
- Megan Maranto, SLP 318-617-2218
Timeline
Lead Therapist / COTA-L
Believe & Achieve Therapy Center
02.2020 - Current
COTA-L / PRN
Melanie Massey Physical Therapy
12.2019 - 12.2020
COTA-L / PRN
Landmark, Lagniappe Rehabilitation Services
05.2019 - 12.2020
COTA-L / PRN
Tuscany Village, Rehab Pro
09.2018 - 04.2019
COTA-L
ParcWay Post Acute Recovery Center, Vision Therapy
08.2018 - 04.2019
OTA
Green Clinic
11.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelors - Psychology
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
University of Louisiana At Monroe
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