Virginia Konter
Hudson,FL
Summary
Throughout my career as a COTA, I have proven myself to be a dependable person. Not only do I dedicate time to every task, but I strive to show everyone compassion. Patient advocacy is one my my core pillars of what makes a good COTA, as well as maintaining good rapport with my team.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA
Bayonet Point Health & Rehabilitation Center
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.
COTA
Aurora Park
12.2021 - 08.2024
- Facilitated understanding of rehabilitation process by communicating between patients and families.
- Promoted higher quality of life for patients and improved overall comfort and conditions by assisting with activities associated with daily living
- Worked closely with patients during physical therapy sessions to promote better function and lessen discomfort
COTA
Linden Place
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Delivered high level of quality care and understanding to patients suffering from painful and debilitating conditions, including dementia and anxiety disorders.
- Performed in-patient advocacy role, championing safety, well-being and rights.
- Gathered patient date and monitored patient progress during therapy stages.
COTA
Life Care Services LLC
01.2007 - 07.2020
- Worked closely with patients during physical therapy sessions to promote better function and lessen discomfort.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptations of activities.
- Instructed patient and families on skills, techniques, and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
COTA
Orchard Ridge Nursery School
01.2003 - 03.2013
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Facilitated understanding of rehabilitation process by communicating with patients and families.
- Partnered with rehabilitation team to develop programming, thus addressing the capabilities of each patient.
COTA
Outreach Health Services
08.2001 - 01.2003
- Helped patients learn to perform basic tasks such as eating, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted patients with improving visual, motor and sensory management abilities
- Implemented post-discharge plans and outpatient care plans.
COTA
Episcopal Church Home
04.1993 - 07.2001
- Documented patient treatment plans and recovery process.
- Promoted higher quality of life for patients and improved overall comfort and conditions by assisting with daily life activities.
- Delegated facility maintenance tasks to aides for cleanliness and preparedness of treatment rooms.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY06-1987
Skills
- Collaboration and Team-building
- Experience with NetHealth
- Geriatric care
- Group therapy facilitation
- Patient rehabilitation
- Patient education
Timeline
COTA
Bayonet Point Health & Rehabilitation Center
11.2024 - 11.2025
COTA
Aurora Park
12.2021 - 08.2024
COTA
Linden Place
06.2021 - 10.2021
COTA
Life Care Services LLC
01.2007 - 07.2020
COTA
Orchard Ridge Nursery School
01.2003 - 03.2013
COTA
Outreach Health Services
08.2001 - 01.2003
COTA
Episcopal Church Home
04.1993 - 07.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Erie Community College