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Keonia Wiggins

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Experienced Occupational Therapist with exceptional grasp of healthcare compliance requirements and standard therapeutic procedures. Proficient in program leadership, team development and training; great and efficient with communication across disciplines. Over 8 years of experience working with geriatric and pediatric patients. A liaison between human beings, typical function, and the enjoyment of life in each phase. Currently immersed in continuing education for pediatric sensory exceptionalities and school based transition programs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapist

A Step Above Pediatric Therapy
02.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
  • Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
  • Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
  • Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
  • Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.

Contract OT

Vocovision Therapies
01.2024 - Current
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Reduced client complaints by implementing a more effective virtual therapy service strategy
  • Developed detailed IEP proposals and transition + learning plans that effectively communicated scope, timeline, and predicted results to staff and families.
  • Consulted with staff to assess needs and propose optimal solutions for treatment, documentation, and provision of services.

Occupational Therapist

Helping Hands Pediatric Therapy
09.2022 - 12.2022

Responsible for pediatric caseload of 14-16 pediatric clients with emphasis on evaluation and treatment of population with developmental delay, Autism spectrum disorders, trouble with classroom integration, sensory disorders, and trouble managing routines and every day activities.

  • Conducted physical, academic, vocational, mental and other types of evaluations to identify clients' needs and devise rehabilitation plans
  • Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals
  • Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work and home life

Occupational Therapist

Enablr Therapy
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
  • Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
  • Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
  • Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.
  • Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
  • Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.

Home Health Occupational Therapist

Aveanna Healthcare
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Responsible for growing HH caseload spanning rural GA (Douglasville)
  • Evaluating therapist responsible for building caseload for treating therapists and increasing communication as liaison between facility and families
  • Responsible for oversight and evaluation of caseload, documentation, and allocation of patients to OTAs.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Occupational Therapist

Cumberland Therapy- The Stepping Stones Group, School
08.2019 - 02.2021
  • Evaluate and prepare treatment schedules for a caseload of 15-20 students to participate in school based therapy appointments to enhance classroom readiness, attentiveness, and increase students ability to learn in classroom environment.
  • Established professional systems and routines to increase effectiveness of care and increase outcomes based on evidence based practice.

Occupational Therapist

Medside
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Developed rapport and functional treatment plans for homebound clientele of the geriatric population
  • Worked closely with patients and caregivers to ease transition back into home from previous hospitalization, outpatient visits, and surgical procedures
  • Aided patients in creating and maintaining HEP (home exercise programs) to increase strength and independence with activities of daily living.

Occupational Therapist

A.G. Rhodes Health & Rehab
05.2016 - Current
  • Evaluate and treat weekly caseload spanning 6-10 older adult patients ailed by physical dysfunction
  • Consistent involvement with intervention process and planning, implementation of treatment plans, assessment administration, goal building, and facilitation of evidence based practice
  • Involved in instructing safe transfer training to certified supporting staff, team building amongst rehabilitation team, and collaboration with COTAs as well as PT/PTA and SLP for treatment.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL
12.2015

Skills

  • G-Suite/ Microsoft savvy
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Exceptional Written Communication
  • Medical Coding Capabilities
  • Clinical Reasoning/Intervention Planning
  • Acute and Rehabilitative Care
  • Healthcare Regulations
  • Daily Living Skills Instruction
  • Intervention Planning
  • EMR Systems

Additional Information

  • My experience is concentrated in knowledge, research, and application of techniques and skills specific and evidence based practice to occupational therapy in the geriatric setting and acute/subacute setting, pediatric setting/school setting with an interest in autism/sensory disorders, I also have an interest in stroke recovery and join rehabilitation. I have advanced-level experience with and an undying passion and learning affinity to the pediatric population. I have completed online training and skill refreshing mini-courses via online curriculum in order to re-illuminate and maintain my energy and passion for the pediatric community after spending time in geriatrics.
  • Certified Clinical Autism Intervention Specialist (July 2024)
  • AOTA member
  • High interest in research and evidence based practice.

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Contract OT

Vocovision Therapies
01.2024 - Current

Occupational Therapist

A Step Above Pediatric Therapy
02.2023 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Helping Hands Pediatric Therapy
09.2022 - 12.2022

Occupational Therapist

Enablr Therapy
06.2021 - 08.2022

Home Health Occupational Therapist

Aveanna Healthcare
06.2021 - 11.2021

Occupational Therapist

Cumberland Therapy- The Stepping Stones Group, School
08.2019 - 02.2021

Occupational Therapist

Medside
08.2018 - 01.2019

Occupational Therapist

A.G. Rhodes Health & Rehab
05.2016 - Current

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Tuskegee University
Keonia Wiggins