Michael Stevens
Senior Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with CBIS, Certified PAM
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About
Skilled Senior Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with 13 years of experience across sub-acute inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, and home health care. Expertise in therapeutic rehabilitation for traumatic brain injury, CVA, geriatric, and pediatric patients.
Certified Brain Injury
Specialist with Physical Agent Modalities certification: mentors new hires and students while supporting team-based care and patient outcomes.
Experience
Senior Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; Full Time - Sub-Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation, Outpatient Therapy, Home Health Care - Melbourne, FL
(2013-04)
- Provided occupational therapy support across sub-acute inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, and home health care settings since April 2013
- Applied Certified Brain Injury Specialist expertise to support patients with brain injuries during occupational therapy interventions
- Used Certified Physical Agent Modalities training to support therapeutic treatment plans and patient care
- Served as Program Champion and Social Media Specialist, supporting program initiatives and strengthening organizational communications
- Managed therapy department purchasing by ordering supplies and mentored and trained new hires and students
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Treasure Coast - Vero Beach, FL
(2014-02 - 2015-01)
- Provided occupational therapy assistance in sub-acute inpatient rehabilitation on a pool, PRN basis from February 2014 through January 2015
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; Full Time OT manager - Advanced Motion Therapeutic, Inc - Vero Beach, FL
(2012-11 - 2014-02)
- Delivered occupational therapy services across outpatient rehabilitation and home health care settings
- Provided occupational therapy support for geriatric and pediatric patients, adapting care to varied age-specific needs
- Coordinated OT home health services for Nurse on Call, Comprehensive Home Health, ConfiCare; Home Health Solutions, and Advanced Motion Therapeutic, Inc
Chef and Assistant Kitchen Manager - L&S Restaurant Concepts, Inc - Melbourne, FL
(2004-11 - 2012-12)
- Oversaw daily operations of a high-volume kitchen, ensuring efficient workflow and timely preparation of food
- Developed and implemented standardized recipes and portion control measures to maintain consistency in food quality and minimize waste
- Monitored inventory levels regularly to optimize ingredient ordering and reduce costs
- Managed a team of 15 kitchen staff members, providing training, coaching, and performance evaluations
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) - HealthSouth Rehabilitation (Now named Encompass Health Rehabilitation)
