Cheryl Neal
Conroe,TX
Summary
Accomplished Sr. Speech Language Pathologist from Texas Children’s Hospital, adept in multicultural sensitivity and therapeutic techniques. Spearheaded innovative treatment plans, enhancing speech development in diverse patient populations. Mentored new pathologists, elevating care standards. Demonstrated excellence in collaboration, significantly improving patient satisfaction and outcomes. Highly personable and productive clinical professional.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Speech Language Pathologist
Texas Children’s Hospital
03.2011 - 08.2024
- Effectively managed caseloads within outpatient hospital setting for patients 10 months to 21 years of age.
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality care and maintaining open lines of communication with families regarding progress updates.
- Developed resource materials for parents to continue speech therapy practices at home, enhancing progress.
- Served as a mentor for new Speech-Language Pathologists, providing guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Supervised students within outpatient hospital setting.
Speech and Language Pathologist
Klein ISD
08.2007 - 01.2011
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose speech, language, voice, fluency disorders in 3 years to 21 years of age.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing the unique needs of each patient.
- Educated families on strategies for supporting their loved one''s communication at home, fostering a supportive environment for continued progress.
- Enhanced the quality of life for patients with speech and language disorders through personalized treatment plans and consistent progress monitoring.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Georgetown ISD
08.1995 - 05.2003
Speech-Language Pathologist
Coyle ISD
08.1990 - 05.1994
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Oklahoma University Health Science Center
Oklahoma City, OK05.1990
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05.1988
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Patience and Tolerance
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Technology proficiency
- Assessment and intervention with 10 months to 21 years of age
- Assessment abilities
- AAC intervention
- Evaluation and intervention with a variety of medical disorders, childhood apraxia disorders, medically fragile children, and brain injury
- CPR/AED
Timeline
Sr. Speech Language Pathologist
Texas Children’s Hospital
03.2011 - 08.2024
Speech and Language Pathologist
Klein ISD
08.2007 - 01.2011
Speech-Language Pathologist
Georgetown ISD
08.1995 - 05.2003
Speech-Language Pathologist
Coyle ISD
08.1990 - 05.1994
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Oklahoma University Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Oklahoma State University
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