Elizabeth Villarreal
Rio Grande City,USA
Summary
Bilingual speech-language pathologist with extensive experience in creating tailored therapy plans and conducting evaluations for diverse populations. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Committed to applying evidence-based practices and communication strategies to foster client development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
Speech Therapy Link
Fresno, USA
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Conducted evaluations for diverse client populations using standardized assessment tools.
- Developed tailored therapy plans to meet individual communication needs.
- Facilitated therapy sessions that improved speech and language skills across diverse populations.
- Formulated individualized treatment plans addressing specific speech and language challenges, ensuring tailored support for each client.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive client care.
- Supervised speech-language pathology assistants and interns to enhance professional development.
- Worked with team members to establish effective treatment strategies and goals for patients.
- Utilized SIRAS SEIS medical technologies for billing and PowerSchool management.
Speech Language Pathologist
National Recruiting Company
CARROLLTON, USA
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Conducted thorough assessments for speech and language disorders, informing effective treatment plans.
- Implemented targeted therapeutic interventions to enhance communication skills.
- Coordinated fluctuating caseloads to provide timely assessments and interventions, ensuring continuity of care.
- Oversaw speech therapy assistants, upholding high standards of care and improving service delivery.
- Crafted detailed reports on patient progress for ARD, IEP, and intervention assistance team meetings, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Attended professional workshops to stay updated on best practices in speech therapy.
Speech Language Pathologist
Rio Grande City ISD
Rio Grande City, USA
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Developed individualized treatment plans targeting specific speech and language requirements.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions enhancing speech clarity and overall communication effectiveness.
- Assessed communication disorders in diverse client populations to identify tailored interventions.
- Evaluated patients' language and speech production abilities, focusing on articulation, fluency, voice quality, and pragmatics.
- Evaluated needs of children requiring AAC to facilitate effective communication.
- Collaborated in IEP meetings with school districts, advocating for and securing essential services for students' communication needs.
- Educated parents on strategies to enhance children's communication development at home, fostering family engagement.
- Supervised speech therapy assistants, ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care and adherence to best practices.
Speech Language Pathologist
Presence Learning
Virtual
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Contributed to staffing and ARD meetings for assigned students, ensuring alignment of educational goals.
- Developed individualized treatment plans addressing speech and language needs.
- Updated and created IEPs for caseload, ensuring compliance with educational standards.
- Collaborated with teachers and professionals to develop and implement effective support strategies for students.
- Monitored student progress and refined therapy approaches based on observed outcomes.
- Created lesson plans for speech sessions, aligning with individual goals.
- Utilized ESPED system for efficient documentation and tracking of student information.
- Conducted bilingual assessments to support diverse student populations.
Speech Language Pathologist
Sunbelt Staffing Agency
Riverside, USA
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Conducted virtual bilingual speech evaluations using dynamic assessments to identify client needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to gather insights, enhancing evaluation accuracy and support planning.
- Interpret evaluation results and report writing.
- Managed cases for clients, ensuring appropriate services were provided.
- Work closely with bilingual professionals to establish team goals.
- Conduct and draft meetings.
Speech Language Pathologist
Rio Rehab Clinic
Rio Grande City, USA
03.2016 - 05.2021
- Evaluated speech and language abilities by administering diagnostic tests.
- Interpreted diagnostic results and developed tailored intervention plans with clear short- and long-term goals and specified frequency and duration.
- Delivered home care speech therapy to homebound and long-term care patients.
- Documented developments and regressions in patients' speech, making treatment adjustments based on the latest information.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Engaged parents and families in therapy process, fostering collaboration to enhance patient progress and outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on effective communication techniques and strategies to prevent misunderstandings, enhancing overall support for therapy.
- Supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
- Contributed to special events aimed at increasing awareness of available resources to promote available resources.
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist
Functional Gainz Home Health
Weslaco, USA
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Conducted comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing evaluations in patients’ homes.
- Provided evidence-based therapy to improve functional communication, cognition, speech production, and swallowing safety.
- Developed individualized plans of care with measurable goals, treatment frequency, duration, and discharge recommendations.
- Educated patients and caregivers on home programs, communication strategies, and safety precautions to enhance therapy outcomes and support independence.
- Developed resources for families to facilitate effective communication and therapy engagement at home.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals while maintaining timely, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Maintained accurate records and reports including clinical notes, case summaries, weekly logs.
- Coordinated community events to raise awareness of bilingualism and accessibility of speech-language pathology services.
Speech Language Pathologist
La Joya ISD
La Joya, USA
08.2010 - 02.2021
- Evaluated speech and language abilities by administering diagnostic tests.
- Created and implemented targeted treatment plans to address speech and language issues, collaborating with clinical professionals to enhance therapy effectiveness.
- Monitored patients' progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Treated children between ages 3 to 21 with speech and language development problems.
- Engaged parents and families in the therapy process to support student progress.
- Continually collaborated with parents and teachers to achieve speech therapy goals.
- Managed high-volume caseload while organizing daily schedules for therapy assistants and students to optimize therapy delivery.
- Supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers.
- Prepared comprehensive progress reports to highlight student improvements and therapy outcomes, facilitating informed decision-making for future interventions.
- Scheduled and conducted speech ARD meetings for 6 schools.
- Updated speech matrix regularly to ensure accurate tracking of student data.
- Wrote reports and maintained proper documentation of initial evaluation, treatment, progress and discharge of clients.
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist
Regency Integrated Health Care
Rio Grande City, USA
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Evaluated speech and language abilities by administering diagnostic tests.
- Conducted new admission evaluations and developed a plan of care for each patient.
- Developed and implemented effective swallowing strategies for patients.
- Implemented tailored care plans for diverse geriatric patients, addressing specific treatment diagnoses and promoting individualized recovery.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Collaborated with management and contributed insights in team meetings to inform patient recovery program decisions.
- Managed quality assurance program, conducting on-site evaluations and internal audits to enhance service quality based on customer feedback.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Nova South Eastern University
Fort Lauderdale, Florida05-2014
Bachelors of Science - Communication Sciences and DIsorders
University of Texas Pan-American
Edinburg, TX05-2008
Skills
- Speech and Language Evaluations
- Treatment planning
- AAC Implementation
- Clinical Supervision
- Caseload management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- SIRAS, SEIS, and PowerSchool Proficiency
- Medicaid Compliance
- Augmentative Communication
- Bilingual: English/Spanish
Certification
- Speech Language Pathology (Texas/California)
- CPR
Languages
Spanish, Fluent
Community Service
Lector and Former CCE Teacher
Our Lady of Peace Church, Rio Grande City, TX | August 2020–Present
- Serve as a lector during Sunday Mass by proclaiming Scripture readings clearly and reverently.
- Previously taught first-grade CCE students preparing for First Holy Communion.
- Developed age-appropriate faith-based lessons and activities.
- Participated in parish and community events supporting church outreach and fellowship.
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
Speech Therapy Link
08.2021 - 08.2024
Speech Language Pathologist
National Recruiting Company
08.2021 - 08.2024
Speech Language Pathologist
Rio Grande City ISD
08.2021 - 08.2024
Speech Language Pathologist
Presence Learning
02.2021 - 05.2021
Speech Language Pathologist
Sunbelt Staffing Agency
02.2021 - 05.2021
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist
Functional Gainz Home Health
10.2019 - 02.2021
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist
Regency Integrated Health Care
05.2016 - 04.2017
Speech Language Pathologist
Rio Rehab Clinic
03.2016 - 05.2021
Speech Language Pathologist
La Joya ISD
08.2010 - 02.2021
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Nova South Eastern University
Bachelors of Science - Communication Sciences and DIsorders
University of Texas Pan-American