Occupational Therapist Therapy
Resume:
Tina Cannon
Greenville, NC *****
**********@************.*******.***
Work Experience
COTA/L
CenterWell Home Health - Greenville, NC
July 2009 to Present
Performed occupational therapy services in private home settings under the direction of supervising occupational therapist. Provided occupational therapy services in home environment and in assisted living facilities. Addressed goals written by primary supervising occupational therapist to increase independence with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and toileting with modifications and guidance as needed to promote safety and independence. Also, addressed individualized activities of daily living such as meal prep, cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks that patient performed before requiring assistance. Instructed and educated patients on plan of care, goals, strengthening and endurance activities, and energy conservation techniques as needed and per patient demand. Performed documentation of treatment sessions and progress. Collaborated with primary supervising therapist as needed to discuss patient progress and limitations. COTA/L
Caswell Developmental Center - Kinston, NC
January 2007 to June 2009
• Assisting OTR’s with evaluation process and recommendations for treatment plans
• Work with individuals to attain goals set in treatment plans
• In servicing home staff on treatment plans, dining, splinting and wheelchair protocols
• Attend and collaborate with various disciplines and family on annual habilitation plan for individuals
• Complete referrals including splinting, dining equipment and wheelchairs
• Documentation of progress
COTA/L
UNC Health-Wayne - Goldsboro, NC
March 2006 to January 2007
Outpatient Rehab Services / Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Completed modalities treatments under direct supervision of OTR/L
• Co-treated with other disciplines including speech and physical therapist
• Caseload of 5-8 patients with various diagnoses including stroke, amputations, burns, developmental delays, MR and Down’s Syndrome
• Instructed patients on energy conservation and joint protection techniques classes monthly
• Instructed patients on home exercise programs at discharge
• Responsible for daily documentation and monthly reassessment of patients care Developmental Technician
Caswell Developmental Center - Kinston, NC
May 1995 to November 2002
Assuring the physical and emotional well-being of assigned individuals. Implementation of clients' habilitation and training skills. Assistance with personal care.
Home living, socialization, leisure, and safety of individual. Assistance and teaching daily living and other skills. Assistance in classroom and other/training areas.
Transportation of clients to activities, classes, and appointments. Shopping with and for individuals.
Assistance in providing emergency treatment for seizures or accidents, etc.; housekeeping chores as specified.
Record keeping and documentation.
Education
Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy
Pitt Community College - Winterville, NC
January 2003 to December 2005
Skills
• Dementia care
• Home care
• Developmental disabilities experience
• Senior care
• Group therapy
• Caregiving
• Patient care
Certifications and Licenses
Occupational Therapy Assistant License
COTA
Additional Information
CPR Certification
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