Monique O’Connor
Fall River
Summary
Dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with nearly a decade of experience delivering exceptional rehabilitation services to diverse populations. Expertise in developing tailored treatment plans, meticulously documenting patient progress, and ensuring adherence to schedules. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and promote overall well-being. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that empowers individuals on their journey to recovery.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Full-Time
Aegis Therapies / Reliant Rehabilitation
Massachusetts
10.2016 - Current
- 9+ years of continuous experience with the same therapy department, including an internal facility transfer and subsequent transition in therapy service providers from Aegis Therapies to Reliant Rehabilitation.
- Provide skilled occupational therapy services to promote functional independence, safety, and participation in daily activities.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment interventions under the direction of the supervising OT.
- Assumed additional leadership responsibilities as Acting DOR while continuing to support clinical operations and patient care.
- West Roxbury, MA | Aegis Therapies | October 2016 – 2018
- Attleboro, MA | Aegis Therapies | 2018 – 2024
- Attleboro, MA | Reliant Rehabilitation | 2024 – Present
- Acting Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) | June 2026 – Present
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, PRN
Country Gardens Nursing Home
Swansea, MA
07.2023 - 02.2025
- Provided skilled OT interventions to improve functional independence, safety, and participation in daily activities.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to support individualized treatment goals and functional outcomes.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, PRN
Elmwood Healthcare Services
RI & MA
03.2021 - 02.2025
- Provided skilled occupational therapy services in patients’ home environments to promote independence and safety with ADLs and IADLs.
Education
Associates in Science Degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI06-2016
Health Sciences courses taken
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA01-2014
Skills
- Fall prevention strategies
- Documentation and reporting
- Collaborative teamwork
- Group therapy facilitation
- Stroke recovery assistance
- Sensory processing improvements
- Schedule management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Cognitive retraining
- Range of motion improvement
- Adaptive equipment expertise
Certification
Massachusetts and Rhode Island License, AOTA/RIOTA membership, CPP certification, Bi-Lingual/ English and Portuguese
Languages
English
Portuguese
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, PRN
Country Gardens Nursing Home
07.2023 - 02.2025
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, PRN
Elmwood Healthcare Services
03.2021 - 02.2025
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Full-Time
Aegis Therapies / Reliant Rehabilitation
10.2016 - Current
Health Sciences courses taken
Bristol Community College
Associates in Science Degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant
New England Institute of Technology