I’m currently a motivated and compassionate graduate student clinician at Northeastern State University studying speech-language pathology with hopes of working in the medical setting with stroke and/or medically complex patients after I graduate in May 2025.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist - Student
Brookhaven Hospital
Tulsa, OK
01.2025 - 03.2025
Provided evidence-based therapy interventions for adults with acquired brain injury and co-occurring psychiatric conditions
Assisted clinical director in leading weekly meetings with a multidisciplinary team of 10+ professionals and insurance specialists
Facilitated daily group therapy sessions aimed at improving swallowing safety, social communication, executive functioning, and conflict resolution in a behavioral health/psychiatric hospital setting
Speech-Language Pathologist - Student
Encompass Health
Broken Arrow, OK
10.2024 - 12.2024
Conducted thorough assessments of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities for adults with neurological impairments, brain injuries, strokes, or other disabilities
Assessed and treated dysphagia in patients recovering from neurological events, ensuring safety during eating and drinking
Developed and implemented individualized therapeutic exercises, techniques, and modified diets to improve swallowing function
Presented to multiple small groups regarding stroke education and prevention
Speech-Language Pathologist - Student
Swallowing and Neurological Rehabilitation, LLC
Tulsa, OK
08.2024 - 10.2024
Assisted with 3 FEES and videostroboscopy exams
Evaluated and treated patients recovering from strokes, brain injuries, progressive diseases, several years post head and neck cancer with severe fibrosis-related dysphagia, and other swallowing and voice impairments (injuries to the larynx, chronic cough, etc.)
Conducted pre-radiation consultations for dysphagia to implement preventative exercises.
Optician
Advanced Family Eye Care
Broken Arrow, OK
01.2018 - 08.2024
Demonstrate leadership attributes through staff training, development, and continuing education
Mentor 5+ apprentice opticians
Provide administrative support, answering a high volume of incoming calls, appointment scheduling, and patient inquiries
Actively problem-solve and de-escalate situations with disgruntled patients
Speech-Language Pathologist - Student
NSU Scottish Rite Masons Speech Clinic
08.2023 - 05.2024
Evaluated and treated students with various speech-language and hearing delays and disorders
Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans
Optimized treatment outcomes by staying current on evidence-based practices and consistently incorporating new research findings into therapy sessions.
Speech-Language Pathologist - Student
Locust Grove Upper Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Treated students with various speech-language and hearing delays and disorders
Consulted with and brought awareness to other professionals, faculty, staff, and parents
Assisted a student in acquiring a personal AAC device through the New Voices Program
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
12-2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK
01.2021
Skills
Patient-focused care
Time-management skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Multicultural sensitivity
Relationship building
Lifelong learner
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
MBSImP Student Certification
Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA) Certification
Certified Student Lingraphica Specialist
SPEAK OUT! Therapy for Parkinson's: Student Certification
American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Certification
Affiliations
National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NSSLHA) member
Oklahoma Speech-Language and Hearing Association (OSHA) student member
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