Jacqueline Ortega
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Flexible professional with passion for assisting students in pursuit of improved communication. Advanced interpersonal skills with several years of experience in developing individualized plans to meet student needs. Highly organized, detail-oriented and productive professional.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
TUSD School District
Tucson, AZ
10.2003 - Current
- Assessed patient's language and speech production abilities including articulation, fluency, voice quality, and pragmatics.
- Monitored progress of clients through data collection procedures on standardized assessments and informal measures.
- Educated parents on strategies they can use at home to support their child's communication development.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing social pragmatic skills or other areas of need with multiple clients at once.
- Trained caregivers on how best to interact with individuals who have difficulty communicating.
- Maintained detailed records of client visits including notes about session activities, interventions used.
- Participated in IEP meetings with school districts to ensure students receive necessary services according to their needs.
- 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.
- Administered standardized assessments such as the PLS-5, DACY-2, CELF-5, PAT-3, ROWPVT, EOWPVT, PPVT-4 or GFTA-3 for diagnosis of language disorders in children and adults.
- Utilized technology such as iPads or computer software programs during therapy sessions when appropriate.
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.
- Attended continuing education courses related to new developments in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.
- Created individualized home programs for families to carryover learned skills between therapy sessions.
- Prescribed augmentative and alternative communication systems when appropriate to improve functional communication outcomes.
- Analyzed results from diagnostic tests and wrote comprehensive reports summarizing findings.
- Worked with patients and other clinical professionals to develop treatment plans for speech impediments and issues.
- Provided consultation to educators and medical professionals, advising on communication strategies to better accommodate individuals with hearing and speech issues.
- Conducted evaluations and examined physical structures contributing to speech concerns.
- Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments to treatment.
- Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits.
- Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
- Educated patients and caregivers in exercises to improve speech, as well as alternative communication methods such as sign language.
- Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw and breathing mechanisms.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rio Rico Unified School District
Rio Rico, AZ
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate services between different providers.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay current with best practices in the field.
- Advised parents on how to foster language development in young children at home.
- Developed treatment goals to improve communication abilities of patients with a variety of disorders.
- Created documentation that met standards set forth by state licensing boards.
- Facilitated group sessions designed to address communicative challenges faced by individuals with special needs.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when selecting assessment tools and intervention methods.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to assess patients' speech, language, and cognitive-communication abilities.
- Conducted assessments of patient's speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing skills.
- Integrated principles from motor learning theory into interventions when applicable.
- Educated families about appropriate use of assistive technology devices such as iPads.
- Maintained relationships with referral sources by providing feedback regarding progress made by patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments and modified as needed based on patient response.
- Designed activities that were fun yet effective for motivating clients during therapy sessions.
- Provided individualized therapy plans to meet the needs of each patient.
- Assisted in developing augmentative and alternative communication systems for those who are nonverbal or have limited verbal abilities.
- Implemented AAC devices for clients who had difficulty expressing themselves verbally.
- Instructed family members on strategies for promoting carryover of therapeutic techniques into home environments.
- Counseled patients and their families on coping with speech impairments both short-term and long-term.
- Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits.
- Developed individual or group activities or programs in schools to deal with behavior and speech problems.
- Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
- Conducted evaluations and examined physical structures contributing to speech concerns.
- Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments to treatment.
- Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw and breathing mechanisms.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Amphitheater School District
Tucson, AZ
10.1992 - 05.2003
- Performed assessments, evaluations and therapy sessions in English and Spanish for children with speech, language and communication disorders.
- Trained staff members on how to assist with communication interventions for bilingual clients.
- Utilized evidence-based practices such as Applied Behavioral Analysis, Augmentative Alternative Communication, Picture Exchange Communication System.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress using electronic health record systems.
- Adapted materials used in therapy sessions based on cultural backgrounds of clients served.
- Developed language activities that are appropriate for different ages and levels of proficiency.
- Consulted with school personnel regarding a variety of topics relating to bilingualism and language acquisition.
- Assisted in the implementation of IEPs and IFSPs for students receiving speech-language services in school settings.
- Provided support to parents and caregivers on strategies to help their child's language development.
- Provided consultation services to families regarding their child's speech-language needs.
- Incorporated technology into therapy sessions when appropriate to engage clients more effectively.
- Maintained accurate records and reports including clinical notes, case summaries, weekly logs.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans to improve client's communicative abilities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in bilingualism research when designing treatment plans.
- Collaborated with other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress of clients served by the Speech-Language Pathology Department.
- Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed voice, fluency, communication and cognitive-communication deficits.
- Administered speech evaluations to better understand patient speech impediments.
- Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw and breathing mechanisms.
- Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments to treatment.
- Conducted evaluations and examined physical structures contributing to speech concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Speech
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12-1994
Bachelor of Science - Speech
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ08-1992
Master of Arts - Bilingual Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-1992
Skills
- Creativity and Innovation
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Speech and Language Evaluation
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Patient Assessment
- Speech Exercises
- Assistive Technologies
- Caseload Management
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Flexible Schedule
Certification
- Certificate of Clinical Competence
- Arizona Department of Education
- Arizona Department of Health Services
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rio Rico Unified School District
07.2022 - 05.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist
TUSD School District
10.2003 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Amphitheater School District
10.1992 - 05.2003
Master of Science - Speech
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science - Speech
University of Arizona
Master of Arts - Bilingual Education
Northern Arizona University
- Certificate of Clinical Competence
- Arizona Department of Education
- Arizona Department of Health Services
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