Eman Khan
Senior Speech Language Pathologist
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced speech-language pathologist, working with individuals across the lifespan, in the acute inpatient and outpatient rehab settings. Specialized in adult neurological disorders.
Administrative responsibilities include quality assurance and process improvement, leadership, and project management.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Speech Language Pathologist
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2019 - Current
- Working with individuals across the lifespan, in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
- Roles include: training/supervising interns, graduate students, fellows and junior staff; conducting in-services and awareness events, material development, and assigned administrative roles.
- Team Leader: adult neurogenics
Quality Management Specialist
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2016 - Current
- Recorded, analyzed and distributed statistical information.
- Monitored staff performance and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Established and maintained quality standards for diagnosis, medical treatment and infection control to improve speech pathology services.
- Worked with international (JICA) and local (CBAHI) accreditation body to discover areas of need and promptly implemented improvements.
- Enforced compliance with government regulations and organization policies.
- Audited, analyzed, and reported staff quality of care and documentation compliance. Created and implemented improvement programs.
- Developed departmental documentation templates
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, and international guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Updates revenue and coding system.
Lecturer, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Dar Al Hekma College
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
01.2021 - 06.2021
Speech Language Pathologist
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
09.2014 - 01.2019
- Evaluated and treated pediatrics and adults in areas of cognition, communication, and swallowing
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Engaged parents and families in therapy process to support patient progress.
- Participated in special events to promote available resources.
- Administrative and supervision roles
Speech Language Pathologist
Al-Tawasul Speech And Hearing Clinic
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
04.2009 - 04.2010
- Worked primarily with the pediatric population in areas of cognition, language, fluency, aural rehabilitation, voice, motor speech, and dysphagia.
- Roles included: patient and family counseling, providing home programs and patient/caregiver training, providing in-services to psychologists and behavioral therapists, and writing case reports for social services.
- Conducted administrative work and managed pro bono cases.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL IHP
Boston, MA 09.2011 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 08.2003 - 09.2008
Skills
Patient Management
Staff training and development
Health administration
Team collaboration
Bilingual in Arabic
Quality of care
Cultural Issues
Professional Development
Certification
American Speech and Hearing Association
Contributions
- Khan, E., Nicholas, M., Zipse, L., & Haynes, C. (2013). A cognitive approach to treating auditory comprehension: Attention training in individuals with aphasia. Poster presented at the ASHA convention, Chicago, IL.
- Khan, E. (2016). Adult Dysphagia for patients and caregivers. Lecture presented at May better speech and hearing month awareness day, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, KSA.
- Khan, E., Saadi, R. (2017). A functional approach to working with individuals with aphasia. Lecture presented at the JISH annual symposium, Jeddah, KSA.
- Khan,E. (2017). A cognitive approach to treating auditory comprehension in people with Aphasia. Lecture presented at “Partnership in Rehabilitation: Research into Practice Symposium and Workshop”, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, KSA
- Khan, E. (2018). "Best Practice in Dysphagia Management: Selected topics" Lecture presented at the 4th SSPA board meeting, King Abdullah University Hospital. Riyadh, KSA.
- Khan, E. (2018). "Executive Function: the moderator". Workshop presented at JISH annual conference. Jeddah, KSA
- Khan, E. (2018). "Executive Function: the moderator". Lecture presented at King Abdulaziz University Hospital. Riyadh, KSA
- Khan, E., Aldelaigan, M. (2019) "SLP Role in Awake Craniotomy". Lecture presented at SSPA national conference. Riyadh, KSA
Timeline
Lecturer, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Dar Al Hekma College
01.2021 - 06.2021
Senior Speech Language Pathologist
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
01.2019 - Current
Quality Management Specialist
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
01.2016 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
09.2014 - 01.2019
American Speech and Hearing Association
09-2013
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL IHP
09.2011 - 09.2013
Speech Language Pathologist
Al-Tawasul Speech And Hearing Clinic
04.2009 - 04.2010
Saudi Commission for Health Specialties
01-2009
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology
King Saud University
08.2003 - 09.2008