Christina Ashenfelter
North Platte,NE
Summary
Dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist committed to the "Needs of the Patient First" philosophy and the delivery of unparalleled clinical care. Experience with diagnosing and treating complex communication and swallowing disorders through an evidence-based, person-centered approach. Known for a creative, results-oriented mindset and the ability to integrate clinical research into a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment to achieve superior patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Great Plains Health
North Platte, NE
05.2023 - Current
- Performed thorough assessments of speech, language, and swallowing abilities throughout the lifespan to create evidence-based, person-centered treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for clients with complex communication and swallowing needs.
- Facilitated family education and support initiatives to promote effective strategy carryover at home.
- Evaluated and implemented high-tech and low-tech AAC solutions (e.g., Tobii Dynavox, eye-gaze, core boards) for medically complex patients with neurodevelopmental, acute, and progressive neurogenic disorders.
- Conducted diagnostic AAC assessments for individuals with ALS, CVA, and CP to establish functional communication channels and support patient-centered care goals.
- Engineered tailored AAC interfaces, focusing on alternative access and vocabulary layouts to accommodate diverse motor and cognitive-linguistic abilities.
- Developed and submitted grant proposal to secure funding for outpatient pediatric feeding program expansion.
- Proposed and collaborated on grant initiatives to secure funding for SPEAK OUT! therapy program for individuals with Parkinson's disease.
- Facilitated implementation of EMST strategies aimed at improving swallowing and respiratory function in individuals with neurogenic communication challenges.
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapy professionals to deliver weekly group exercise sessions aimed at improving motor skills and communication in individuals with Parkinson's disease.
Education
Master of Science - Communicative Disorders, Speech Language Pathology
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Family Studies & Human Services; Gerontology
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12-2018
Certification
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
- Licensed SLP in Nebraska
- Registered MBSImP Clinician
- Certified SPEAK OUT!® Provider
- MoCA Cognitive Assessment Certified Rater
- Feed the Peds Trained Clinician
- CPR/First Aid Certified - AHA RQI
GRADUATE CLINICIAN EXPERIENCES
- Trustpoint Rehabilitation Hospital of Lubbock, Lubbock, Texas | Inpatient Rehabilitation
- Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, Wichita, KS | Acute Care, NICU, Outpatient Pediatrics
- Geary County Infant Toddler Services, Junction City, KS | Early Intervention
- Seitz Elementary School, Fort Riley, KS | K-5 School
- Roosevelt General Hospital, Portales, NM | Outpatient Clinic
- SHROC, Portales, NM | On-campus Clinic
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Great Plains Health
05.2023 - Current
Master of Science - Communicative Disorders, Speech Language Pathology
Eastern New Mexico University
Bachelor of Science - Family Studies & Human Services; Gerontology
Kansas State University