Elizabeth A. Swiggum
Black Earth,WI
Summary
To seek a career as a clinical treatment director, I am a compassionate speech-language pathologist with 31 years of experience in assessing and treating communication and swallowing disorders across a diverse population, who is also experienced in health care management and private-sector project management. Skilled in developing individualized treatment plans, utilizing evidence-based practices to enhance speech, language, and cognitive abilities. Demonstrated ability to build strong rapport with patients, leading to improved outcomes and increased patient satisfaction. Contributed to multidisciplinary teams by sharing insights and strategies that support overall patient care.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Mendota Mental Health Institute
Madison, WI
01.2004 - Current
- Diagnose and Treat speech-language, articulation, fluency, voice, and swallowing disorders in adults and adolescents hospitalized for mental illness and behavior disorders.
- Covered speech-language testing and treatment of Adjudicated Youth on MJTC during extended maternity leaves of MJTC- SLP.
- Directed Sensory Modulation Team Initiative for Institute Wide Education regarding starting a Sensory Modulation program.
- Chairperson for the Dysphagia and Adaptive Dining Committee.
- Conduct Positive Communication Groups for adults.
- Clinical Supervisor for Speech-language Graduate students from UW-Madison, UW-Whitewater and UW-Stevens Point.
Speech-Language Pathologist-PRN
St. Mary’s Hospital
Madison, WI
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Diagnose and treat speech, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders of adults in an acute care inpatient hospital setting.
Admin-Rx Project Manager
McKesson Automation
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Organized software upgrades involving Admin-Rx Product (A barcode scanner nurses used to record giving medications).
- Organized Connect-IV Beta Projects (Project that interfaced Admin-Rx with IV pumps for IV medication orders).
- Implemented Admin-Rx in Hospitals nationwide which included planning interface testing, training for super users, and Go-Live support.
Speech Pathology Director and Order Entry Coordinator
Belmont Community Hospital
Bellaire, OH
01.1996 - 01.2002
- Managed the Speech Therapy Department for Belmont Community Hospital.
- Initiated a Modified Barium Swallow Study program with the radiology department.
- Diagnosed and treated speech-language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders caused by neurological disorders in rehab, acute care, outpatient, and home health settings with adults and children.
- Coordinated order entry and acknowledgment program for HBOC Series clinical EHR system which included building orders in the system, organizing training for the super users & end users, Go-Live support, & providing technical support after Go-Live.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Peterson Hospital
Wheeling, WV
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Directed the Modified Barium Swallow Study program.
- Diagnosed and Treated speech-language, cognitive, fluency, voice, articulation and swallowing disorders in acute, rehab, skilled and outpatient hospital settings.
Speech-Language Pathologist
MedRehab
Shadyside, OH
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Started a rehab dining program for geriatric skilled nursing patients with swallowing disorders.
- Diagnosed and treated swallowing, cognitive and speech disorders caused by neurological disease in a geriatric nursing home setting.
Education
Master of science - Speech Pathology and Audiology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV01.1994
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology and Audiology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV01.1992
Skills
- Goal setting
- Written communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Time management
- Creative thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Treatment planning
- Instructional skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Therapeutic techniques
- Project Management
Professional Affiliations And Certifications
- American Speech-Language & Hearing Association, Certificate of Clinical Competence, 01114829
- CPR Certification
- Department of Public Instruction WI, 671686
- DSPS Speech-Language Pathology WI, 2329-154
- NOMS Certification
References
- Emmy Benson, RD, Dietician, Mendota Mental Health Institute, 301 Troy Drive, Madison, WI, 53704, (608) 301-1022
- Angela Cunningham, Speech-Language Pathologist, Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center, 301 Troy Drive, Madison, WI, 53704, (608) 301-1227
- Valerie Peterson, RN, Unit Manager of GTU Building 6, (608) 301-1141
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist-PRN
St. Mary’s Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2012
Speech-Language Pathologist
Mendota Mental Health Institute
01.2004 - Current
Admin-Rx Project Manager
McKesson Automation
01.2002 - 01.2004
Speech Pathology Director and Order Entry Coordinator
Belmont Community Hospital
01.1996 - 01.2002
Speech-Language Pathologist
Peterson Hospital
01.1995 - 01.1996
Speech-Language Pathologist
MedRehab
01.1994 - 01.1995
Master of science - Speech Pathology and Audiology
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology and Audiology
West Virginia University