Shepherd Center Therapy Assistant

Amanda Fields

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Mission Statement: A highly motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant seeking employment within a facility to help people to function optimally within his or her chosen activities and occupational roles. COTA, passionate about OT, seeking a chance to work diligently and confidently with other health care professionals to ensure patients recovery, safety, and maximize patient’s independence.

Education and Professional Training

Certified by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board

Brown Mackie College Atlanta, GA

Associate Degree: Occupational Therapy Assistant (2012)

NBCOT certified since 2012

Professional Summary

Soliant Health/ North Georgia RESA

Occupational Therapy Assistant

July 2018-May 2019

Provides therapy services for up to seventy students in fourteen schools in Walton County, Social Circle, and Greene county schools. Attended IEP meetings, Patty Net Medicaid billing, documentation, conducted screenings, progress notes, implemented strategies for students progress, worked as a team with teachers, parents, principals, PT, SLP, and OTRs to maximize students progress. Worked with students with various diagnoses and deficits.

Caregiver

October 2015- February 2018

Patient’s diagnosis: Left CVA with right side hemiparesis, aphasia, dysphagia, diminished cognitive level and memory loss. Assisted with patients ADLs and IADLs, including urinary incontinence, bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding while grading activities to help patient be independent as possible. Implemented use of adaptive equipment, addressed safety issues, practiced energy conservation while progressing with activity tolerance and strength. Used OTA knowledge and experience to guide patient’s rehabilitation.

Invohealthcare

Jasper County Board of Education

August 2012-October 2015

Case load consisted of 24 students. Responsible for writing all student documentation, conducting motor lab for special needs class, collaborating with teachers and parents, choosing goal-oriented therapy for students, attending IEP meetings, completing screenings and progress reports. Working with students with various diagnoses, such as; Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, TBI, Spina Bifida, ADHD, and Developmental delays.

Jones County Board of Education

March 2013-October 2014

Case load consisted of 26 students. Responsible for writing all student documentation, handling Medicaid billing, collaborating with teachers and parents, choosing goal-oriented therapy for students, attending IEP meetings, completing screenings and progress reports. Working with students with various diagnoses, such as; Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, TBI, Spinal Bifida, ADHD, and Developmental delays.

Integra Rehabilitation (PRN)

August 2012-January 2014

Worked as needed in two Skilled Nursing Facilities. Chose treatment for geriatric residents while working toward their individual goals. Assessed and followed out ADLs and IADS, therapeutic exercise, family training and patient education with adapted equipment. Responsible for writing all residents daily notes and progress reports. Worked with residents with various diagnosis, such as; Dementia, Alzheimer, CVAs, Myocardial Infarctions, debilitating diseases, fractures, and amputations.

Spalding Regional Hospital Outpatient and Inpatient Rehabilitation

Level Two Field Work November 2011-January 2012

Case load consisted of 10-12 patients a day with 30-60-minute sessions for each client. Responsible for writing all patients daily notes, choosing activities and exercises and administering tests for children and adults to access patient levels. Worked with children with various diagnoses, such as; Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Burns, Cancer, TBI, Spinal Cord Injury and Developmental Delays. Adult diagnoses included; Orthopedic (hand, elbow, and shoulder injuries, tendon repair), CVA, Cancer, and debilitating diseases. Assisted with construction and adjustment of splints for children and adults.

Southern Regional Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation

Level Two Field Work October- November 2011

Case load consisted of 6-8 patients a day with time frames from 45-90 minutes for each patient. Responsible for writing all patients daily and weekly progress notes. Incorporated creative therapy ideas for patients with various diagnoses, such as: CVA, Orthopedic (Back, Neck, Hip, and Knee), Amputations, Cardio Infarction, and debilitating diseases while adhering to standard, droplet, and airborne precautions. Administering tests; vital signs, manual muscle testing, dynamometer, cognitive, and safety. Handled family consultations, patient education, and home exercise programs.

Laurel Park Skilled Nursing Facility

Level One Field Work May 2011

Interacted with staff and patients with various diagnoses, including choosing therapy ideas for patients while grading activities to fit patient’s needs and deficits, and using appropriate therapy terms.

Volunteer Work

•The Shepherd Center- Atlanta, GA

•Jonesboro Rehabilitation- Jonesboro, GA

•Arbor Terrace Assisted Living- Atlanta, GA

Skill Highlights

Computer skills, Detail Oriented, Educated communication skills, Team Player, Good therapeutic use of self, Compassionate Demeanor, Warm Personality, and Energetic

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