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Tonya Erickson

South Range,WI

Summary

Dynamic Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) with expertise in developing innovative treatment plans that promote patient independence. Proven collaborator within interdisciplinary teams, delivering compassionate, evidence-based care across diverse populations. Known for a gentle demeanor and strong problem-solving skills, ensuring positive therapeutic outcomes and effective adaptations for patient activities.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

COTA/L Acute Care

Essentia Health
Duluth, MN
11.2020 - Current
  • Developed treatment plans that addressed physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and safety-related issues in a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans.
  • Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists, in support of patient goals.
  • Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptations to activities.
  • Documented assessments, treatment goals, and the patient's progress, and discharge planning using EPIC.
  • Monitored progress over time and made appropriate modifications to treatment plans accordingly.
  • Attended continuing education courses related to occupational therapy practices and procedures.
  • Promoted self-care skills by providing education on proper body mechanics and strategies for energy conservation.

Level 2 EIDBI Provider

NorthStar Community Services
Cloquet, MN
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Delivered exceptional care to clients as a level 2 EIDBI provider in an animal and nature-based environment.
  • Contributed to the development and execution of a secure learning environment for clients. Designed and produced farm safety training videos. Utilized visual aids and devised daily activity plans for EIDBI program.
  • Conducted comprehensive Sensory Integration staff training session.
  • Delivered specialized instruction to onboarded team members on IHS services
  • Designed 1:1 and group treatment plans by integrating the therapeutic benefits of nature and animals to improve patient outcomes.
  • Delivered one-on-one support and care as a Positive Supports Specialist
  • Provided effective and compassionate ESS, IHS, and respite services as a DSP.

Level II Fieldwork Student

Spooner Health System
Spooner, WI
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Engaged in multi-disciplinary collaboration within the healthcare team to design and implement tailored ITPs for patients in outpatient clinic, acute care, and home care settings.
  • Experience documenting in Epic.
  • Education and experience in the use of paraffin baths, TENS, fluidotherapy, ultrasound, kinsesio taping, and and tool assisted myofascial release, administration of COPM, goniometer, nine-hole peg, and grip and pinch.

Level II Fieldwork Student

Northwest Passage
Frederic, WI
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Created and implemented group and 1:1 treatments for ages 14-17 diagnosed with a variety of psychosocial conditions at a multidisciplinary 30 day assessment youth mental health facility.
  • Designed a calming sensory room for Northwest Passage to better meet the resident's needs
  • Documentation experience in Best Notes

Special Education Paraprofessional

Superior School District
Superior, WI
11.2009 - 03.2023
  • Served as a classroom aide to teachers and worked one on one with special needs students, including those diagnosed with ASD, LD, and EBD.
  • Liaised with a team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at risk students.
  • Kept students safe in the classroom and outside environments.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect behaviors.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional supports.

Education

Associate Degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Northwood Technical College
Ashland, WI
05-2023

Certifications And Professional Development

Skills

  • Exceptional clinical reasoning skills
  • Excellent therapuetic use of self
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Professional communication and documentation skills
  • Organized and detail orientated
  • Highly independent worker
  • Creating and implementing treatment sessions for physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial disabilities across the lifespan
  • Providing compassionate, client centered, and evidence based care

Affiliations

  • Horseback riding
  • Traveling
  • Backpacking
  • Gardening
  • Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • DIY projects
  • Crocheting
  • Reading
  • Time with family and friends

Timeline

Level 2 EIDBI Provider

NorthStar Community Services
09.2023 - 08.2024

Level II Fieldwork Student

Spooner Health System
03.2023 - 05.2024

Level II Fieldwork Student

Northwest Passage
01.2023 - 03.2024

COTA/L Acute Care

Essentia Health
11.2020 - Current

Special Education Paraprofessional

Superior School District
11.2009 - 03.2023

Associate Degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Northwood Technical College

Certifications And Professional Development

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