Compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist known for implementing effective therapeutic techniques and telehealth services. Experienced in optimizing patient care through comprehensive assessments and collaborative approaches, focused on improving communication and feeding skills.
Overview
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1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Huntsville Hospital For Women & Children
Huntsville, AL
09.2017 - Current
Conducted comprehensive assessments for speech, language, and feeding disorders in pediatric patients in the inpatient, outpatient, and neonatal ICU settings.
Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and progress evaluations.
Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance communication and feeding skills in diverse populations.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and treatment outcomes.
Provided telehealth services in outpatient setting
Completed Modified Barium Swallow Studies as diagnostic measure for dysphagia and identification of safest, least restritive diet
Speech-Language Pathologist
Effective Communication
Huntsville, AL
06.2015 - Current
Completed assessments to determine necessity of treatment for speech, language, and feeding disorders in the pediatric outpatient private practice, special needs pre-school, and school system settings
Developed individualized treatment plans for clients/students and implemented evidence-based interventions to improve client's/student's ability to effectively effectively
Collaborated with other professionals, including school staff/teachers, to provide services that generalized to school setting
Provided training and support to family members regarding home practice strategies.
Monitored patient progress, adjusting therapy techniques to ensure optimal effectiveness.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Restore Therapy Services
Madison, AL
05.2017 - 09.2017
Completed formal standardized tests, informal evaluations, and functional communication measures with adult population in skilled nursing/rehabilitation setting
Conducted bedside swallow assessments and provided intervention for patients with dysphagia
Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance communication, executive functioning, cognitive, and feeding skills in adult population
Collaborated with other disciplines (occupational therapy and physical therapy), as well as nursing staff, to optimize patient potential and facilitate return to baseline
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
05-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
05-2013
Skills
Assessment and treatment of pediatric speech, language, and feeding disorders
IEP implementation
Therapeutic techniques
Data collection and progress monitoring
Telehealth services
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Effective communication with caregivers/family
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP), ASHA
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, State of Alabama
Certified Speech Language Pathologist at Madison Paige Speech & Language Therapy, INC.Certified Speech Language Pathologist at Madison Paige Speech & Language Therapy, INC.