Victrina Smith
Clinton,Ohio
Summary
Hardworking, enthusiastic team player, deeply committed to delivering quality care as an Occupational Therapist Assistant dedicated to achieving superior patient outcomes from people recovering from disabling diseases or injuries such as CVA, TBI, spinal cord and orthopedic injuries.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Premier Therapy
10.2004 - Current
- Served as a Facility Rehab Director for 12 years overseeing the operations of the therapy department and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care to residents.
- Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation collaborating with supervising OTR's short & long-term goals.
- Educated patient and family members regarding individually-designed therapeutic treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability & injury prevention.
- Utilized creative problem-solving approaches to address complex cases involving multiple areas of concern within the scope of occupational therapy.
- Provided supervision to occupational therapy students during their clinical rotations, serving as a mentor while guiding them through hands-on experiences in the workplace setting.
- Educated patients'' families about the benefits of occupational therapy services, reinforcing the importance of continued support outside the clinical setting.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures, contributing to improved efficiency and quality of services provided by the occupational therapy team.
- Collaborated closely with other departments such as nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy amongst others maintaining open communication channels fostering enhanced interdisciplinary care.
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing individualized home health occupational therapy plans.
- Contributed to special projects at the facility, enhancing overall service delivery and staff knowledge on specific topics related to occupational therapy.
- Supported the Occupational Therapy department during periods of high demand or staff shortage, ensuring continuity of care for all patients. Worked on the front lines during the COVID pandemic.
- Furthered by educational knowledge by studying and becoming a certified Geriatric Care Informed Professional and a certified Stroke Rehab professional.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by sharing insights related to patients' occupational therapy needs and progress updates.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Nova Care
01.1992 - 09.2004
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety, and rights.
- Conducted thorough assessments of functional abilities and limitations, informing customized intervention strategies.
- Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Enhanced patient recovery through the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Cox Therapy
06.1990 - 11.1991
- 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.
- Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining a focus on quality care delivery for each patient served.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Stark Technical College
Canton, Ohio05.1990
Skills
- Creative
- Highly dependable
- Focused on consistent, quality care
- Adaptive to changing environments
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Collaborative Team Member
Certification
- Certified Geriatric Care Informed Professional, Evergreen - November 2024
- Certification in Stroke Rehabilitation
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Premier Therapy
10.2004 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Nova Care
01.1992 - 09.2004
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Cox Therapy
06.1990 - 11.1991
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Stark Technical College
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