Amber Bly
Spring Branch
Summary
Dedicated speech language pathologist with over a decade of experience working with pediatrics and adults. Self motivated team player with a strong work ethic, willingness to assume increased responsibilities. Well-developed time management skills, effective and thorough interactions with management, associates, clients and their families and other professionals. Excellent communication skills.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Kid's On Q Therapy
New Braunfels
10.2015 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive speech evaluations for diverse pediatric clients.
- Developed and implemented individualized therapy plans for effective communication improvement.
- Educated families on strategies to support speech and language development at home.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to enhance therapy effectiveness and client engagement.
- Monitored patient progress and refined treatment plans based on continuous assessments.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current evidence-based practice and trends in the field of Speech Language Pathology.
- Developed treatment plans for speech and language disorders based on individualized assessments.
- Provided direct therapy services including articulation, apraxia, receptive and expressive language, cognitive-communication, and behavioral feeding.
- Evaluated patients' oral motor functions for feeding difficulties
- Supervised graduate students during their clinical training rotations.
- Collaborated with other professionals to facilitate the development of effective intervention strategies.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans.
- Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
- Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits.
- Conducted evaluations and examined physical structures contributing to speech concerns.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Warm Springs Specialty Hospital
New Braunfels
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care strategies.
- Documented patient information including evaluations, treatments and progress notes.
- Attended conferences and workshops for professional development purposes.
- Instructed family members on how to continue therapeutic activities at home.
- Performed dysphagia evaluations using videofluoroscopy for evaluation of swallowing.
- Instructed clients in communication techniques and safe swallow strategies to improve functional outcomes.
- Evaluated patient communication abilities through assessments and observations.
- Coordinated with medical professionals to create comprehensive care plans for medically complex patients.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rehab Associates
New Braunfels
02.2010 - 02.2013
- Assessed patient's language and speech production abilities including articulation, apraxia, receptive/expressive language, and pragmatics.
- Implemented evidence-based therapy techniques in one-on-one sessions.
- Educated patients and families on speech and language disorders, enhancing understanding and engagement in therapy.
- Documented patient progress and tailored interventions to optimize therapy outcomes.
- Maintained detailed records of client visits, ensuring accurate tracking of session activities and interventions for effective treatment planning.
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.
- Educated parents on strategies they can use at home to support their child's communication development.
- Attended continuing education courses related to new developments in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Gulf States LTAC
New Braunfels
06.2008 - 02.2010
- Evaluated patient speech and language needs through comprehensive assessments.
- Administered diagnostic tests and modified barium swallow studies.
- Instructed clients in effective communication strategies and safe swallowing techniques.
- Educated patients and caregivers on exercises to improve speech and implement alternative communication methods and compensatory swallowing techniques.
- Provided education and counseling regarding communication disorders and dysphagia.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Attended conferences and workshops for professional development purposes.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05-2002
Skills
- Speech evaluation
- Language evaluation
- Oral motor assessment
- Articulation therapy
- Motor speech disorders
- Phonological awareness
- Expressive language
- Receptive language
- Pediatric therapy
- Pediatric feeding
- Autism spectrum support
- Cognitive therapy
- Clinical oversight
- Clinical documentation
- Patient scheduling
- Patient counseling
- Team collaboration
Certification
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association CCC-SLP 2003
Timeline
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Kid's On Q Therapy
10.2015 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Warm Springs Specialty Hospital
03.2013 - 10.2015
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rehab Associates
02.2010 - 02.2013
Speech-Language Pathologist
Gulf States LTAC
06.2008 - 02.2010
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
West Texas A&M University