Elizabeth McKinney, MA, CCC/SLP, CDP
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Skilled Speech-Language Pathoogist with strong expertise in diagnosing and treating swallowing, cognitive, voice, and speech and language disorders. Adept at developing individualized treatment plans and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Experienced clinical supervisor and educator. Reliable, adaptable, and results-driven, with proficiency in assessment techniques, therapeutic interventions, and patient education. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills and genuine commitment to enhancing client communication abilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC/SLP)
Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center
01.2021 - Current
- Work as a Speech Language Pathologist in this 180 Bed Skilled Nursing Facility
- Provide assessment and treatment of geriatric patients with swallowing, cognitive-linguistic, speech, and voice disorders.
- Developed a cognitive-linguistic and swallowing maintenance program to benefit over 40 long term care patients.
- Clinical supervisor for interns and clinical fellows.
Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC/SLP)
Viera Health and Rehab Center
01.2015 - Current
- Assessment and treatment of geriatric patients with swallowing, cognitive-linguistic, speech, and voice disorders.
Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC/SLP)
Viera Del Mar Rehab Center
01.2022 - Current
- Work as a Speech-Language Pathologist in this inpatient skilled nursing facility
- Assessment and treatment of patients with dysphagia, dementia, cognitive-linguistic disorders, neurologic disorders, and voice disorders.
Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC/SLP)
Life Care Center of Palm Bay
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Provided assessment and treatment of geriatric patients with swallowing, cognitive-linguistic, speech, and voice disorders.
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Tacachale
08.2006 - 05.2008
- Provided individual and group therapy in this state funded group home for adults with developmental disabilities.
Research and Teaching Assistant
University of Florida Language over the Lifespan Lab
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Served as an undergraduate and graduate teaching assistant for Language Development and Phonetics classes.
- As an undergraduate and graduate research assistant in the Language Over the Lifespan Lab, conducted research, analyzed data, and authored an honors thesis, research papers, and continuing education presentations.
Education
Master of Arts (MA) - Speech-Language Pathology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2006
Skills
- Licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in the state of Florida (SA10216)
- Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association
- Associate Member, American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants
- Vital Stim, ACP sEMG and PENS Certified for dysphagia management
- Certified Dementia Provider (CDP)
- BLS Certification in CPR/ AED
- Certified in the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT-LOUD) and the Speak Out! programs for Parkinson’s Disease
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC/SLP)
Viera Del Mar Rehab Center
01.2022 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC/SLP)
Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center
01.2021 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC/SLP)
Viera Health and Rehab Center
01.2015 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC/SLP)
Life Care Center of Palm Bay
01.2008 - 01.2015
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Tacachale
08.2006 - 05.2008
Research and Teaching Assistant
University of Florida Language over the Lifespan Lab
01.2003 - 01.2008
Master of Arts (MA) - Speech-Language Pathology
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Florida
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