Darnell Lewis
Temecula,CA
Summary
Passionate Occupational Therapy Assistant dedicated to creating engaging therapeutic experiences that foster client well-being. I thrive on creativity and relish the chance to infuse fun into interventions, making a positive impact on the lives of those I serve.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Encompass Health and Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2024 - Current
- August 2024
- Collaborated with Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech Therapists to implement individualized 5-6 treatment plans per day for patients recovering from stroke, TBI, orthopedic surgery, spinal cord injury, and other acute conditions.
- Provided direct patient care focused on improving ADLs, mobility, upper/lower extremity function, and cognitive/perceptual skills in a fast-paced inpatient rehab setting.
- Documented daily progress and maintained accurate electronic medical records in compliance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on adaptive equipment use, home exercise programs, and safe discharge practices.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to support patient-centered care and goal achievement.
- Contributed to improved patient outcomes by delivering evidence-based interventions and assisting in discharge planning.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fallbrook Skilled Nursing Facility
08.2024 - Current
- August 2024
- Delivered rehabilitative care to geriatric and long-term care residents under the direction of Occupational Therapists, focusing on increasing independence in self-care and mobility.
- Implemented personalized treatment plans for 8-10 patients daily, targeting ADLs, fall prevention, global strengthening, and cognitive retraining.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress using electronic documentation systems in alignment with Medicare and facility standards.
- Trained patients in the use of adaptive equipment and compensatory strategies to support functional independence and safety.
- Collaborated with physical therapy to coordinate holistic care and ensure smooth transitions to next stage of care
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
San Marcos, California05-2024
Associate degree - building construction technology
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC01.2007
Skills
- Patient Interaction
- Adaptability
- Assistive Devices
- Cultural Competence
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Group therapy facilitation
- Collaborative teamwork
- Patient-centered care
Personal Information
Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Encompass Health and Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fallbrook Skilled Nursing Facility
08.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Associate degree - building construction technology
Piedmont Technical College
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