Barbara Siegel, M.S, CCC-SLP
Carmel,IN
Summary
Speech Pathologist offering 30 years of experience in speech and language pathology. Skilled in proper diagnosis techniques and treatment strategies for communication, cognitive, and swallowing impairments.
Currently seeking employment.
References available upon request
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Pathologist
West Minster Village North
2023.01 - Current
- Treat adult patients with speech, cognitive, and swallowing deficits in Skilled Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Apartments.
- Maintain detailed documentation of each session, ensuring accurate tracking of patient progress and facilitating effective communication among the care team members.
- Enhance patient communication skills by implementing individualized speech therapy plans tailored to their needs.
Speech Pathologist
Greenhouse Cottages Of Carmel
2021.12 - 2022.12
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Evaluated and treated adults, rehab to home and long-term care with speech, cognitive, and swallowing deficits
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses, and progress notes in patient charts.
Speech Pathologist
Hooverwood Nursing Home
1991.04 - 2021.12
- Evaluated and treated speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing abilities by administering diagnostic tests and informal probes.
- Provided therapy on COVID-19 Unit.
- Supervised internships and Clinical Fellowship years for graduate students.
PRN Contract Therapist
Assisted Living, Hospitals, Private Homes
1995.12 - 2020.03
- Developed strategies for orientation, recall of daily events, and functional problem solving for their individual needs.
- Provided therapy for residents living independently or in Assisted Living facilities.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
Speech Pathologist
First Steps Of Indiana
1984.08 - 1991.12
- Worked with children, ages 0-3, and their families in their natural environments to enhance speech and swallowing skills.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Treated each patient according to a written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
Speech Pathologist
Methodist Hospital
1983.01 - 1991.12
- Served as the primary Speech Therapist in the Traumatic Brain Injury Unit.
- Provided speech, cognitive, and swallowing diagnostics/treatment.
- Administered MBS evaluations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Literature
Lake Forest College
Master of Science - Speech Pathology
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Skills
- Management and Leadership
- Established and supervised the Dysphagia Program, "The Restorative Dine Program," managing nursing and nutrition staff
- Supervised interns and Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) students
- Developed a training program to help patients with Dysphagia and Dementia
- Communication and Training
- Strong communication skills with the ability to instruct staff on assisting patients with cognitive impairments
- Conducted training sessions to help staff provide environmental cues, enabling patients to feed and swallow at their highest functional level
Certification
- Licensed in the state of Indiana as a Speech Language Pathologist
- National Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association
Timeline
Speech Pathologist
West Minster Village North
2023.01 - Current
Speech Pathologist
Greenhouse Cottages Of Carmel
2021.12 - 2022.12
PRN Contract Therapist
Assisted Living, Hospitals, Private Homes
1995.12 - 2020.03
Speech Pathologist
Hooverwood Nursing Home
1991.04 - 2021.12
Speech Pathologist
First Steps Of Indiana
1984.08 - 1991.12
Speech Pathologist
Methodist Hospital
1983.01 - 1991.12
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Literature
Lake Forest College
Master of Science - Speech Pathology
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor