Assistant Therapist

Derricka Hartfield

*** **** *** **, ******* GA. *0315 248-***-**** *****.*********@*******.***

Objective

I am a certified occupational therapy assistant looking to obtain a position within an occupational therapy team where my knowledge and client centered skills can be utilized. I am detailed orientated and flexible with a main concern of helping clients achieve therapeutic goals.

Education

ASSOCIATE 12/2017 BROWN MACKIE COLLEGE

Major: Occupational Therapy Assistant

DIPLOMA 06/2003 THOMAS M. COOLEY

Major: General Studies

Skills & Abilities

Client focused

Concise communication skills

Time management skills

Problem solving skills

Tenacity

Ability to work under pressure

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

February 2018- March 2021

CPR Certified

January 2017- January 2019

Experience

COTA GENESIS REHAB SERVICES 3/2018- PRESENT

Assist occupational therapist with providing outpatient services in a in home setting to help patients function independently. Instruct patients and families in the skills and techniques for the therapy treatment while working with other disciplines to develop programs and activities to meet each patient’s needs. Maintains appropriately and timely documentation for all patients treated while putting each and every patient first.

OTA PORTER ACADEMY 10/2017-12/2017

Assisted occupational therapist in the improvement of cognitive, physical, and sensory functions for children with various disabilities. Demonstrated specific exercises and skills to elementary students within an educational environment. Observed, planned and implemented student treatment interventions.

OTA WELLSPRINGS LIVONIA 8/2017-10/2017

Aided occupational therapist with implementing treatment plans designed to help clients function independently. Monitored patients’ performance in therapeutic activities while providing encouragement. Communicated and collaborated with other disciplines involved in the care of patients. Observed, planned and implemented treatment interventions including patient and family education.

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