Occupational Therapy Assistant
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Hello, my name is Makenzi. I recently graduated from the OTA program at Maria College and look forward to starting my career. Although this is a new role for me in healthcare, I have worked in the healthcare field for approximately 6 years.
I started out as a dental assistant as well as a laser therapy technician. I take pride in what I do as an OTA and want to find the best course of action for each individual I treat. I look forward to expanding my knowledge and working towards the goals of my clients as well as my own to continually evolve as a practitioner.
2019-2020: Life, property, and personal insurance agent, State Farm. My role as a certified insurance agent was to follow up on leads provided and explain the benefits associated with the coverage offered through State Farm. My responsibilities included working with an underwriting team to ensure the eligibility of each potential client, document client factors that may affect rates and eligibility, and prepare documentation to support the clients new insurance needs.
2020-2022: Lead Dental Assistant Aspen Dental Hudson NY 12534. I worked as the lead dental assistant for 1-2 dentists. My role comprised of ensuring that each room was fully stocked for each procedure, placing the office order for supplies, obtaining and reviewing medical history, and obtaining diagnostic imaging through X-ray.
2022-2023: Laser Technician Orthopedic Associates Kingston NY 12401. My role comprised of reviewing orders from the practice physicians for laser treatment following accident or surgery for clients who may benefit from the treatment. My responsibilities included calling the clients to discuss the benefits of laser treatment, ensure there were no contraindications that would hinder treatment, and correspond with insurance providers and worker’s compensation representatives to help facilitate reimbursement.
2023-2026: Lead Dental Assistant Dr Paul Mozer Red Hook NY 12571. As lead dental assistant, my role comprised of chairside assistance to multiple specialists within the office as well as administrative responsibilities. My roles included placing orders, preparing and sterilizing treatment rooms, as well as scheduling, billing, and answering phone calls to direct patients as needed.
2026: A.A.S for an OTA from Maria College Albany NY
2020-2023: Certified Life and Health Insurance Agent
2020-2023: Certified Property and Casualty Insurance Agent
