Heather Stewart
Floyds Knobs,Indiana
Summary
Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience at Harrison County Exceptional Learner's Cooperative, specializing in standardized assessments and treatment planning. Proven ability to enhance communication through evidence-based practices and effective interdisciplinary collaboration, resulting in significant patient progress. Skilled in developing individualized plans while fostering strong communication strategies with clients and caregivers. Orton-Gillingham certified. PROMPT trained.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Harrison County Exceptional Learner's Cooperative
Corydon, IN
08.2018 - Current
- Assessed patient's language and speech production abilities including articulation, fluency, voice quality, and pragmatics.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Administered standardized assessments such as the CELF-5 or GFTA-3 for diagnosis of language disorders in children and adults.
- Monitored progress of clients through data collection procedures on standardized assessments and informal measures.
- Participated in IEP meetings with school districts to ensure students receive necessary services according to their needs.
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Associates In Pedatric Therapy
Clarksville, IN
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.
- Utilized technology such as iPads or computer software programs during therapy sessions when appropriate.
- Assessed patient's language and speech production abilities including articulation, fluency, voice quality, and pragmatics.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Administered standardized assessments such as the CELF-5 or GFTA-3 for diagnosis of language disorders in children and adults.
- Developed individualized plans for patients to address impairments in communication, swallowing, and cognitive-communication skills.
- Monitored progress of clients through data collection procedures on standardized assessments and informal measures.
- Analyzed results from diagnostic tests and wrote comprehensive reports summarizing findings.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Clark Rehabilitation Center
Clarksvillw, IN
04.2011 - 03.2018
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.
- Provided consultation to educators and medical professionals, advising on communication strategies to better accommodate individuals with hearing and speech issues.
- Worked with patients and other clinical professionals to develop treatment plans for speech impediments and issues.
- Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
- Trained caregivers on how best to interact with individuals who have difficulty communicating.
- Educated patients and caregivers in exercises to improve speech, as well as alternative communication methods such as sign language.
- Conducted evaluations and examined physical structures contributing to speech concerns.
- Coordinated with medical professionals regarding care plans for medically complex patients.
- Assessed patient's language and speech production abilities including articulation, fluency, voice quality, and pragmatics.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Developed individualized plans for patients to address impairments in communication, swallowing, and cognitive-communication skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop treatment strategies and goals for patients.
- Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders
Harding Unviersity
Searcy, AR08-2000
Skills
- Standardized assessments
- Treatment planning
- Data collection
- Communication strategies
- Evidence-based practices
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- Indiana Speech Pathologist License #22004347A
- Certificate of Clinical Competency (ASHA) # 12047530
- PROMPT trained
- Orton-Gillingham trained
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Harrison County Exceptional Learner's Cooperative
08.2018 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Associates In Pedatric Therapy
03.2017 - 07.2019
Speech-Language Pathologist
Clark Rehabilitation Center
04.2011 - 03.2018
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
University of Louisville
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders
Harding Unviersity
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