Yvonne Thomas, BS, COTA
Houston,TX
Summary
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with extensive experience in delivering high-quality care to patients across different age groups, conditions, and cultural backgrounds. Motivated professional seeking opportunities to tackle new challenges. Demonstrates a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Excels at working autonomously and rapidly acquiring new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COTA
The Village at Gleannloch Farms
Spring, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Provided skilled interventions under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, serving an essential role as a COTA in a 35-bed assisted living & memory care facility within a senior living community.
- Consistently achieved productivity rates of 85-90% through efficient use of Net Health.
- Administered direct therapeutic treatments across diverse settings.
- Delivered comprehensive education to patients and caregivers on fall prevention methods, adaptive equipment usage, assistive device selection, and DME management.
COTA
Copperfield Healthcare and rehabilitation
Houston, TX
10.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to provide occupational therapy services.
- Consistently maintained 85-90% productivity standard while managing caseloads of 8-10 patients daily.
- Displayed accurate usage techniques for wheelchairs, walkers, orthotics, and prosthetics.
- Developed strategies to enhance client functional performance levels.
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions for 5-10 residents to achieve client-centered goals.
Certified Medical Assistant
Digestive Specialists of North Harris County
The Woodlands, TX
09.2008 - 08.2021
- Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
- Processed payments from patients accurately using cash registers or computerized systems.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX12-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Lone Star College
Kingwood, TX08-2021
Associate of Science -
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05-2015
Skills
- Geriatric Care
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Professional Demeanor
- Interpersonal Communication
- Adaptability and Problem Solving Skills
- Organizational skills
Certification
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistance of Texas License #217085 valid until 02/2026
- COTA/L NBCOT Certification #461861 valid until 03/2025
- CPR/AED BLS Healthcare Provider American Heart Association valid until 02/2025
Timeline
COTA
The Village at Gleannloch Farms
11.2021 - Current
COTA
Copperfield Healthcare and rehabilitation
10.2021 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Digestive Specialists of North Harris County
09.2008 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Lone Star College
Associate of Science -
Houston Community College
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