Focused team player familiar with helping patients develop skills such as feeding, grooming and dressing, as well as providing educational support and managing sensory processing issues. Hardworking, disciplined multitasker with analytical problem-solving and conflict management abilities.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with 5 years of experience working with Geriatric individuals. Well-versed in delivering effective rehabilitation services, documenting progress and meeting schedules.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Powerback Rehabilitation
8720 S 101st E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74133
12.2021 - Current
Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delay and dementia.
Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (PRN)
Powerback Rehabilitation
310 W Taft Ave, Sapulpa, OK 74066
12.2019 - 08.2021
Fieldwork IIB
St. Francis Acute Care
Tulsa, OK
03.2019 - 05.2019
Assisted in selecting therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities
Communicate and collaborate with other healthcare professionals involved with the care of a patient
Provided training in self-care activities such as bathing and dressing with adaptive or durable medical equipment and/or compensatory techniques if needed
Contributed to safe discharge planning, including recommendations for transitioning to next level of care
Fieldwork IIA
Villages at Southern Hills
Tulsa, OK
01.2019 - 03.2019
Company Overview: Skilled Nursing
Assisted in selecting therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities
Reported to supervisors, verbally or in writing on patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior
Maintained and promoted a positive attitude toward clients and their treatment programs
Assisted patient’s in the need for and recommending potential home modifications and safety equipment to reduce barriers and promote safe functioning upon discharge
Assisted in remediating IADLs related to the patient’s discharge environment, such as preparing a meal
Skilled Nursing
Volunteer
The Little Lighthouse
Tulsa, OK
02.2017 - 04.2017
Company Overview: Christian based facility that provides services towards the improvement and well-being of children with special needs, their families, and their communities
Christian based facility that provides services towards the improvement and well-being of children with special needs, their families, and their communities
Clinical Observations (Tulsa Tech)
Holmes Park Elementary
Sapulpa, OK
04.2015 - 05.2015
Roles focused on assisting and supporting the PE teacher, individual students, and the entire class in general in physical education
Run errands and perform clerical functions as needed
Education
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Tulsa Community College – Metro Campus
05.2019
Sports Medicine and Therapy Professions - Sports Medicine and Therapy Professions, Health Science Technology
Tulsa Technology Center – Lemley Campus
05.2015
High School Diploma - General Education
Glenpool Public Schools – Graduate
05.2015
Skills
Client education
Group therapy
Multitasking
Relationship building
Strength training
Clinical team collaboration
Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Assistant (NBCOT)
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (State of Oklahoma License Pending)
Re-certified by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, 08/19/19
Alumni of Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Fieldworkexperience
St. Francis Acute Care, Tulsa, OK, 03/01/19, 05/01/19, Fieldwork IIB, Assisted in selecting therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities., Communicate and collaborate with other healthcare professionals involved with the care of a patient., Provided training in self-care activities such as bathing and dressing with adaptive or durable medical equipment and/or compensatory techniques if needed., Contributed to safe discharge planning, including recommendations for transitioning to next level of care.
Villages at Southern Hills (Skilled Nursing), Tulsa, OK, 01/01/19, 03/01/19, Fieldwork IIA, Assisted in selecting therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities., Reported to supervisors, verbally or in writing on patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior., Maintained and promoted a positive attitude toward clients and their treatment programs., Assisted patients in the need for and recommending potential home modifications and safety equipment to reduce barriers and promote safe functioning upon discharge., Assisted in remediating IADLs related to the patient’s discharge environment, such as preparing a meal.
Holmes Park Elementary, Sapulpa, OK, 04/01/15, 05/01/15, Clinical Observations (Tulsa Tech), Roles focused on assisting and supporting the PE teacher, individual students, and the entire class in general in physical education., Run errands and perform clerical functions as needed.
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Powerback Rehabilitation
12.2021 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (PRN)
Powerback Rehabilitation
12.2019 - 08.2021
Fieldwork IIB
St. Francis Acute Care
03.2019 - 05.2019
Fieldwork IIA
Villages at Southern Hills
01.2019 - 03.2019
Volunteer
The Little Lighthouse
02.2017 - 04.2017
Clinical Observations (Tulsa Tech)
Holmes Park Elementary
04.2015 - 05.2015
Sports Medicine and Therapy Professions - Sports Medicine and Therapy Professions, Health Science Technology
Tulsa Technology Center – Lemley Campus
High School Diploma - General Education
Glenpool Public Schools – Graduate
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at St. Mary's Outpatient RehabilitationCertified Occupational Therapist Assistant at St. Mary's Outpatient Rehabilitation