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Tarah Woit

Lake In The Hills,IL

Summary

Dynamic COTA/L with extensive home health experience at Astra Home Health, specializing in neurological rehabilitation and functional mobility training. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through collaborative care plans and individualized interventions. Committed to fostering strong relationships with patients and families while implementing adaptive techniques for improved independence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Cota/L

Heritage/healthpro
Algonquin, IL
03.2015 - Current
  • Coordinated schedules with therapy staff for seamless patient transitions between sessions or appointments.

Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.

  • Developed personalized home programs for patients to promote continued skill development outside of therapy sessions.
  • Prioritized patient safety by adhering to proper body mechanics, infection control protocols, and other facility guidelines during all therapy sessions.

COTA/L

Astra Home Health
Elgin, IL
10.2019 - 02.2025
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
  • Worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Contributed to a positive rehabilitation environment by fostering strong relationships with patients, families, staff members, and referring providers.
  • Delivered high-quality care by continuously refining treatment methods based on evidence-based practice principles.
  • Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
  • Implemented and modified interventions teach patients how to live within limits of capabilities.

COTA/LHome Health

Tryba Physical Therapy
Cary, IL
01.2015 - 01.2023
  • Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
  • Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
  • Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
  • Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2014

Skills

  • Collaboration with interdisciplinary team
  • Fine motor skills development
  • Functional Mobility Training
  • Geriatric Care
  • Adaptive equipment knowledge
  • Cognitive Retraining
  • Range of Motion Improvement
  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Neurological Rehabilitation
  • Orthopedic Treatment
  • Upper Extremity Strengthening
  • Home health experience

Timeline

COTA/L

Astra Home Health
10.2019 - 02.2025

Cota/L

Heritage/healthpro
03.2015 - Current

COTA/LHome Health

Tryba Physical Therapy
01.2015 - 01.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kirkwood Community College
Tarah Woit