Heather Knighton
NEDERLAND,TX
Summary
Experienced Speech-Language Pathologist with expertise in evaluating and treating speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders across diverse populations. Developed tailored treatment plans using evidence-based practices to improve communication and cognitive skills. Fostered strong patient relationships, enhancing satisfaction and outcomes while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Madison Creek Partners at Sabine Heights
Port Arthur, Texas
04.2026 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized therapy plans addressing specific patient needs, enhancing patient engagement and progress.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients' speech, language, cognition, and swallowing abilities, informing targeted treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic patient care and treatment, ensuring alignment of therapeutic goals.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Independence Rehab at Cascades Port Arthur
Port Arthur, Texas
11.2023 - 03.2026
- Developed and implemented individualized therapy plans, addressing diverse patient needs and enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech, language, cognition, and swallowing abilities, informing tailored treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care, ensuring integrated treatment approaches.
Director of Rehabilitation Services
HSA / Steward Medical Center of SETX
Port Arthur, Texas
11.2021 - 04.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Managed interdisciplinary team to coordinate and improve patient care services, fostering collaboration across disciplines.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for rehabilitation services, enhancing program effectiveness and patient outcomes.
- Evaluated and treated patients as appropriate for speech, language, cognition and swallowing abilities.
- Audited patient documentation reports, daily billing records, and productivity standards.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Aveanna Healthcare
Beaumont, Texas
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Conducted assessments to evaluate pediatric patients' speech, language, and swallowing abilities in home care setting.
- Developed and implemented individualized therapy plans for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and treatment.
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Century Rehab at Vidor Health and Rehab
Vidor, Texas
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Developed and implemented rehabilitation service policies and procedures.
- Managed interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care services.
- Oversaw daily operations of rehabilitation programs at skilled nursing facility.
- Audited patient documentation reports, billing records, and productivity standards.
- Evaluated and treated patients as appropriate for speech, language, cognition and swallowing abilities.
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Cantex at Magnolia & Oakwood Manor
Groves, Texas
11.2010 - 08.2016
- Oversaw daily operations of rehabilitation programs at skilled nursing facility.
- Developed and implemented rehabilitation service policies and procedures.
- Managed interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care services.
- Audited patient documentation reports, billing records, and productivity standards.
- Evaluated and treated patients as appropriate for speech, language, cognition and swallowing abilities.
Therapy Program Manager
Sava Senior Care at Pine Arbor
Silsbee, Texas
08.2007 - 11.2010
- Oversaw daily operations of rehabilitation programs at skilled nursing facility.
- Developed and implemented rehabilitation service policies and procedures.
- Managed interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care services.
- Audited patient documentation reports, billing records, and productivity standards.
- Evaluated and treated patients as appropriate for speech, language, cognition and swallowing abilities.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX 08.2005 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX 08.2001 - 12.2004
Skills
- Multidisciplinary management
- Comprehensive evaluations
- Individualized treatment planning
- Team collaboration
- Rehabilitation policies
- Documentation auditing
Certification
- 103703 - TDLR
- 12147723 - ASHA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Madison Creek Partners at Sabine Heights
04.2026 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Independence Rehab at Cascades Port Arthur
11.2023 - 03.2026
Director of Rehabilitation Services
HSA / Steward Medical Center of SETX
11.2021 - 04.2025
Speech-Language Pathologist
Aveanna Healthcare
01.2018 - 11.2021
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Century Rehab at Vidor Health and Rehab
08.2016 - 11.2017
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Cantex at Magnolia & Oakwood Manor
11.2010 - 08.2016
Therapy Program Manager
Sava Senior Care at Pine Arbor
08.2007 - 11.2010
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Lamar University
08.2005 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Lamar University
08.2001 - 12.2004