Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Seeking PRN position that offers flexible scheduling, exposure to diverse settings, and enhanced skill development opportunities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
School Based SLP
Fort Wayne Community Schools
08.2022 - Current
Managed a caseload of 75+ students with an approximate age range from 3-14.
Adhered to FERPA confidentiality provisions.
Assessed and diagnosed communication impairments using standardized and criterion reference assessments. Treated communication impairments using evidence-based treatment methods.
Collaborated effectively with IEP team and other professionals regarding student's goals, progress, and how to help facilitate improvement in generalization of skills learned in speech therapy.
Effectively communicated information to parents and students including evaluation results, treatment recommendations, quarterly progress reports, goals and objectives, provisions, prognosis, and the efficacy of services.
Completed documentation in a timely manner including but not limited to: evaluation reports, medicaid billing, IEPs, and quarterly progress notes.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others, and strengthened communication skills through regular interactions.
Speech-Language Pathology Student Clinician
Purdue University Fort Wayne
08.2019 - 06.2022
Assessed and treated communication impairments identified in a variety of populations including toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric adults.
Completed three externship experiences: 4 months in an elementary and high school, 4 months in a rehabilitation center, and 2 months in a pediatric speech clinic.
Utilized evidence-based practices to design effective interventions for a variety of communication disorders.
Developed and implemented treatments plans based on comprehensive evaluations, reliable data collection, and informal assessments to track progress.
Completed daily documentation to track progress made over periods of time determined by patient's treatment plan, and reported progress to patients and families easily understood language.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal client care and progress towards goals.
Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and engagement in therapy sessions.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote social interaction and collaborative problem-solving among peers with similar challenges.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN
05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Communication, Sciences, And Disorders
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN
05.2020
Certificate - Gerontology
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN
05.2020
Skills
Social Perceptiveness
Good Telephone Etiquette
Time Management
Multicultural Competence
Patient Education
Active Listening
Ethical Decision-Making
Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Skills
Caseload Management
Certified in CPR/AED
Team Collaboration
Timeline
School Based SLP
Fort Wayne Community Schools
08.2022 - Current
Speech-Language Pathology Student Clinician
Purdue University Fort Wayne
08.2019 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Bachelor of Science - Communication, Sciences, And Disorders
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