Occupational therapy Assistant Management
Resume:
Elizabeth Chase - Daytona Bch., FL
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Objective
To btain a responsible role in this field where my skills and knowledge can be enhanced and
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utilized effectively.
Profile:
COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with 20 years of experience working with
clients of all ages in acute, sub acute, outpatient and school systems. I have worked with
adults and children to reach their highest level of independence through retraining and while
using a client centered approach. I pride myself to deliver care with patients and sensitivity to
ensure the dignity of the person. I have a strong ability to take direction, superior
communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills with the passion for helping and teaching
others.
Skill Summary :
Computer Savory * Communicate effectively * Work independently with remote supervision *
Scheduling * Problem solving skills * Patient observation/ reporting
Qualifications and Licenses :
* COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant * ALF Administrator core training
* Certified Supportive Living Coach* CPR/ First Aide * CEU hours (COTA & CNA)
Education :
2012 KEISER UNIVERSITY – Daytona Beach, FL. OTA Associate Degree in Health
Science (Occupational Therapy Assistant, with Level I & II fieldwork experience.)
Professional Experience :
CHCM Creative Healthcare Management The Villages, FL.
09/2014 Present (pt)
Rehab Director/COTA Memory Care unit specializing in Alzheimer's and Dementia
* Start up rehab team for new company, obtained working relationships with other team
members in new building.
* Establish and maintain patient caseload, request and obtain Doctors orders
* Responsible for direction of the Rehabilitation Services department and staff
* Observe and evaluate treatment effects and recommend changes to physician if necessary
* Interact professionally with patients and family in the formation of the plan of care while
identifying and addressing their needs.
* Communicate with physicians, staff and administrative team
* Prepare reports regarding rehabilitation services, productivity and budget
● Adapt living arrangements for safety
● Maximizing the patient’s remaining skills in order to be as independent as possible
● Assess the patient for risk of falling
● Asses seating and positioning needs in beds or wheelchairs
● Provide sensory and cognitive therapy
Elizabeth Chase - Daytona Bch., FL
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HCA/Central Florida Regional Hospital Sanford, FL
4/2014 Present (PRN)
COTA Hospital (Inpatient Rehab Facility, ICU, Acute)
* Assist OTR in the evaluation of patients in collaboration with the physician and healthcare
team.
* Assist with treatment based on initial evaluation
* Communicate and educate patients, family and other team members
* Conduct treatment outlined in the areas of ADL, functional mobility, ROM, strength,
coordination, cognitive / perceptual remediation and functional maintenance
* Asses daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled
patients
* Reporting to supervisors, verbally or in writing, on patients’ progress, attitudes and behavior
SUWANNE BENDS SERVICES Chiefland, FL.
5/2013 7/2014
COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Outpatient Clinic
* ovide therapy services in neuromuscular, orthopedic and other physically related
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disorders requiring strengthening, modalities, manual therapy, neuromuscular re education
and training in activities in daily living in adult and pediatric patients.
* Provide rehabilitative therapy services to children who were injured or born with physical or
mental impairments.
*Experience working with children and adults with Mental Health issues, Behavioral Issues,
Spatial Awareness issues, Developmental Delays, Social Skills, Sensory Processing
Disorders and other chronic/neuromotor disorders.
* Assist with evaluations, reassessments, patient and family education.
* Perform documentation in a timely and efficient manner.
* ADL retraining and IADL skill development
* Apply modalities for pain management, contracture reduction and edema control
Nature Coast School Chiefland, FL .
School contract Engage students in therapeutic activities to improve classroom skills and
reach IEP goals
FOREST LAKE MANOR Daytona Beach, FL.
5/2009 12/2012
CNA Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician ALF
* Provide behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia, Alzheimer's,
and developmental disabilities
* Provide patient education and assist with daily living skills
* Administer and monitor patient’s medication and carefully document any progress or
decline.
* Read and chart patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Elizabeth Chase - Daytona Bch., FL
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