Nicole Bennett
- Phone: +61 2 9123 4567
- Email: nicole.bennett@email.com
- Location: Sydney, Australia
- LinkedIn: nicole-bennett-ota
Summary
Three years of experience as an Occupational Therapy Aide, proficient in assisting OTs with treatment plan implementation and patient care. Skilled in preparing equipment, documenting progress, and facilitating therapeutic exercises to enhance patient recovery and daily living skills.
Adept at collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to support diverse patient populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and post-operative individuals. Committed to fostering a positive and encouraging environment for patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals.
Experience
Occupational Therapy Aide, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital -- Sydney, Australia
Jan 2022 – present
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Assisted Occupational Therapists in delivering individualized treatment plans for over 20 patients daily across various departments, including orthopaedics and neurology.
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Prepared and maintained therapy equipment, ensuring a safe and organized environment for patient sessions, reducing setup time by 15%.
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Documented patient progress and responses to interventions accurately in electronic health records, contributing to comprehensive patient care reports.
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Guided patients through therapeutic exercises and activities of daily living (ADL) training, improving patient adherence by 20% through clear instruction and encouragement.
Occupational Therapy Assistant (Volunteer), St Vincent's Hospital Sydney -- Sydney, Australia
Mar 2020 – Dec 2021
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Supported Occupational Therapists with group therapy sessions for stroke rehabilitation patients, assisting 10-15 individuals per session.
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Helped patients practice fine motor skills and cognitive exercises, contributing to improved functional outcomes.
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Managed inventory of therapy supplies and reordered as needed, ensuring continuous availability of essential materials.
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Provided compassionate support and encouragement to patients, enhancing their engagement and motivation during therapy.
Education
TAFE NSW, Certificate IV in Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational Therapy) -- Sydney, Australia
Feb 2019 – Nov 2020
University of Sydney, Bachelor of Arts in Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) -- Sydney, Australia
Feb 2015 – Nov 2018
Skills
Occupational Therapy Support: Treatment Plan Implementation, ADL Training, Therapeutic Exercise Assistance, Equipment Preparation & Maintenance, Patient Monitoring, Documentation & Reporting, Group Therapy Facilitation, Mobility Assistance
Patient Care & Communication: Patient Engagement, Empathy, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communication, Patient Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Confidentiality
Administrative & Technical Skills: Electronic Health Records (EHR), Microsoft Office Suite, Inventory Management, Scheduling, First Aid & CPR Certified
