Lisa Carter
Ball Ground
Summary
A passionate and empathetic Occupational Therapy Assistant dedicated to helping individuals feel better and live more independently through personalized, compassionate care. With a genuine love for face-to-face interactions and rapport building, I thrive on thrive on visiting patients and making a direct impact in their lives. I focus on delivering tailored therapeutic support that empowers patients to achieve greater comfort, function and quality of life.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Parkside Skilled Nursing Facility
Ellijay, GA 30540
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized therapy plans for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to enhance patient engagement and motivation during therapy sessions.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting improvements and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic techniques to promote independence and recovery at home.
- Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining a focus on quality care delivery for each patient served.
- Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Supported, maintained, and calibrated therapeutic equipment, ensuring optimal functionality for patient treatments.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Big Stride Hippotherapy
Alpharetta, GA
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient treatments and outcomes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises and activities under direct supervision, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced patient progress by implementing individualized treatment plans under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting treatment approaches based on individual patient needs, preferences, and goals.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Benchmark Physical Therapy
Atlanta, GA
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to evaluate patient progress and adapt therapeutic interventions.
- Educated patients and families on therapy techniques and home exercise programs to promote continuity of care.
- Contributed to accurate documentation of patients'' progress and responses to therapy, ensuring effective communication among healthcare providers.
- Assisted supervising Occupational Therapists in developing achievable short-and long-term goals for patients based on their unique circumstances.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, North Carolina, NC06-2021
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Documentation and reporting
- Patient-centered care
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Active listening
- Organizational skills
- Schedule management
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Parkside Skilled Nursing Facility
05.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Big Stride Hippotherapy
03.2021 - 05.2021
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Benchmark Physical Therapy
01.2021 - 03.2021
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Cape Fear Community College