BETH L. KLEINSCHMIDT
Norton,Ohio
Summary
Energetic and experienced SLP seeking a full-time role in teletherapy, combining pediatric and teletherapy background to provide results-oriented services with a child-friendly and creative approach.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SLP
FOX REHABILITATION
08.2018 - Current
- Provide skilled services to the geriatric population who reside within senior living communities as well as the home setting
- Complete assessments and generate treatment goals at with dysphagia, speech, language, communication, voice and swallowing disorders
- Utilize web-based programs, apps, and devices to strengthen speech, voice, and cognitive skills for individuals with aphasia, dementia, Parkinson’s and dysphagia
- Teletherapy services provided via company platform to adults within their homes to rehabilitate and compensate for cognitive, speech, language, communication and dysphagia deficits
- Caregiver/family education and training provided via telehealth visits.
SLP
ARBOR REHAB/HEALTHPRO
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Evaluated and treated adults with dysphagia, cognitive-communication, voice, and language deficits.
SLP
GARFIELD HEIGHTS SCHOOL DISTRICT
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Evaluated and treated students in grades K-12th grade presenting with mild-profound speech, articulation, fluency, communication, and language deficits
- Provided push-in and pull-out service delivery, completed formal testing, ETRs, IEPs and utilized assistive technology (AAC devices, speech apps) to assist with communication needs
- Collaborated with family and school support staff (intervention specialists/teachers/aides) to optimize scheduling and facilitate carryover of skills within functional social contexts.
SLP
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY
09.2016 - 11.2016
- Provided push-in and pull-out therapy services at a K-8th grade charter school
- Performed assessments, generated therapy goals, completed IEPs and ETRs for students with mild-severe speech/language/communication deficits characteristic of apraxia, ADHD, selective mutism, ASD, MR, expressive and receptive language deficits, as well as articulation and fluency disorders.
SLP
FAIRLAWN REHAB & NURSING CENTER
12.2013 - 09.2016
- Evaluated and treated adults with CVA, dementia, Parkinson’s, MS, voice, and other neurological disorders, in addition to dysphagia, within a multidisciplinary service delivery model
- Utilized VitalStim therapy for dysphagia candidates and recommended MBS/ENT studies.
SLP
REHAB SOLUTIONS, INC.
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Diagnosed and treated patients with cognitive-linguistic, swallow, speech, language, communication, and voice disorders within a multidisciplinary setting
- Independently generated and managed robust caseload of up to 15 patients via inservicing, referrals, and biannual screenings.
SLP
REHABCARE
02.2011 - 08.2011
- Travel position between SNF settings treating patients with multiple medical needs requiring remediation for dysphagia, aphasia, dementia, speech, voice, and communication impairments.
SLP
GENESIS HEALTHCARE
07.2010 - 02.2011
- Provided therapy in a 220-bed facility containing short, long-term, and memory impaired units
- Provided skilled treatment to patients presenting with various speech, language, communication, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders.
SLP
KINDRED HEALTHCARE
12.2008 - 07.2010
- Provided SLP services at a 142-bed skilled nursing care facility
- Successfully completed Kindred’s management training program, including Medicare/Managed Care policies, PPS, reimbursement training; Generated and maintained a high caseload of ~10-15 patients with speech/language/swallowing deficits.
Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
GLAXOSMITHKLINE
05.2004 - 01.2008
- Managed sales territory independently
- Sold and marketed product portfolio to physicians.
SLP
SPAULDING REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
01.2003 - 04.2004
- Managed a rigorous caseload of patients presenting on the dedicated TBI unit
- Attained competency in performing and interpreting MBS studies, Blue Dye assessments, and trach care.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Boston, MABachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
Durham, NHSkills
Self motivation
Ability to empower and motivate others
Clinical expertise
Interpersonal skills
Problem-solving skills
Testing, Diagnostics, & Goal Setting
Certification
- VitalStim Certified
- ASHA Certified
- Ohio Board of Education Pupil Services License
Timeline
SLP
FOX REHABILITATION
08.2018 - Current
SLP
ARBOR REHAB/HEALTHPRO
11.2017 - 08.2018
SLP
GARFIELD HEIGHTS SCHOOL DISTRICT
11.2016 - 11.2017
SLP
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY
09.2016 - 11.2016
SLP
FAIRLAWN REHAB & NURSING CENTER
12.2013 - 09.2016
SLP
REHAB SOLUTIONS, INC.
09.2011 - 08.2012
SLP
REHABCARE
02.2011 - 08.2011
SLP
GENESIS HEALTHCARE
07.2010 - 02.2011
SLP
KINDRED HEALTHCARE
12.2008 - 07.2010
Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
GLAXOSMITHKLINE
05.2004 - 01.2008
SLP
SPAULDING REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
01.2003 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
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