Leslie Corbett
Clayton
Summary
Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant skilled in collaboration and patient education. Known for developing tailored care strategies that improve quality of life. Committed to delivering compassionate support and fostering meaningful connections with patients and families.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Learning Services
Raleigh
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and therapeutic exercises.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and reported observations to healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on therapy techniques and equipment usage.
- Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
- Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.
- Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement during therapy sessions while motivating clients towards achieving their goals.
- Facilitated group activities designed to improve cognition, motor skills and communication.
- Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
Senior Home Care Provider
Self
Asheville
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Improved patient outlook and increased independence in daily living through client centered care
- Assisted client affected by mental and physical disabilities with achieving highest level of independence in performance of ADLs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety, assisting with added safety precautions in light of Covid.
- Assisted with transfers, post surgical procedure which caused client to be non ambulatory. Incorporated use of sliding board and hoyer lift as patient's dementia progressed
- Managed, organized, and administered medications on clear schedules to help alleviate symptoms and optimize quality of life.
- Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
- Monitored and reported clients' progress daily.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Oversaw and planned schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, therapeutic activities and family visits.
- Engaged with patients through participation in meaningful activities, which helped boost functional abilities, mood, and improve overall memory.
- Fostered independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
Senior Home Care Provider
Self
Asheville
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Ran errands for clients and transported to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
- Organized and administered medications on clear schedules to help alleviate symptoms and optimize quality of life.
- Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
- Furnished personal care to clients within private home settings and championed patient independence and well-being.
- Oversaw and planned schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
- Engaged with patients through participation in [Type] activity, which helped boost mood and improve overall memory.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Reported concerns to supervisory [Job title] to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
- End of life care
- Catheter care
COTA/L
Universal Health Care of Fletcher
Fletcher
03.2017 - 12.2017
COTA/L
Aston Park Health Center
Asheville
04.2017 - 07.2017
- Documented patient treatment plans and recovery progress.
- Tracked all incoming patient information, intervention plans and patient responses to treatment.
- Provided emotional support to patients adjusting to new cognitive and physical limitations.
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support.
- Selected effective treatment plans in line with personal goals for home, school or work life.
- Educated patients on therapy treatment plans and long-term recovery goals for physical, speech and cognitive progress.
- Developed rehabilitation plans that fit clients' aptitudes, education levels, physical abilities, and career goals.
- Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
- Supported patients in daily living activities and maintenance programs under supervision of [Job title].
- Facilitated understanding of rehabilitation process by communicating with patients and families.
Education
Associates - Occupational Therapy Assistant
South College
Asheville, NC05-2016
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Assistive device training
- Rehabilitation strategies
- Medication management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem solving
- Schedule management
- Traumatic brain injury care
- Adaptive equipment
- Clinical reasoning
- Group therapy facilitation
- Effective communication
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Learning Services
05.2021 - Current
Senior Home Care Provider
Self
03.2018 - 12.2020
Senior Home Care Provider
Self
11.2017 - 03.2018
COTA/L
Aston Park Health Center
04.2017 - 07.2017
COTA/L
Universal Health Care of Fletcher
03.2017 - 12.2017
Associates - Occupational Therapy Assistant
South College