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Janna L. Elsik

M.S. CCC-SLP, CNT
Farmington,AR

Summary

Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with over 28 years of experience and solid reputation for organization, compassion and attention to detail. Always enthusiastic to take on new cases and support neonatal and pediatrics feeding, swallowing, speech, and communication goals through creative and effective treatment planning. Highly personable and productive clinical professional.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Speech-Language Pathologist

Siloam Springs Pediatric Clinic
10.2022 - Current
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of patients'' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
  • Evaluated and diagnosed infants and toddlers with speech-language disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
  • Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
  • Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Northwest Health System, Willow Creek Women’s Hospital NICU
04.2009 - Current
  • Conduct thorough evaluations of neonates' feeding and swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
  • Develop evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each infant, leading to improved outcomes over time.
  • Monitor patients' progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
  • Establish strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
  • Provide ongoing staff education.
  • Serve on the Unit Council, serve as co-chair of the Patient Family Advisory Council

Speech-Language Pathologist

Northwest Health System
04.2007 - 01.2009
  • Performed diagnostic speech and language evaluations and interventions for both pediatric and adult populations in acute care, outpatient, and home health settings.
  • Performed VFSS for both pediatric and adult populations
  • Provided diagnostic feeding assessments and interventions in the NICU for the neonatal population
  • Provided outpatient/home health diagnostic feeding assessments and interventions for children with feeding disorders.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
03.1997 - 03.2007
  • Performeddiagnostic evaluations as well as designing and implementing speech-language management programs for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient populations in inpatient (acute care and rehab) and outpatient settings
  • Other responsibilities included: speech pathologist for inpatient pediatric and adult rehabilitation program, speech pathologist for a multi-disciplinary pediatric feeding disorders clinic, providing diagnostic feeding and swallowing assessments and interventions to the NICU population, performing VFSS for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, supervising CFY’s as well as graduate student interns, providing patient/family education across all patient populations, consulting with other health care professionals.

Contract Speech-Language Pathologist

South San Independent School District
09.2002 - 04.2003


  • Provided comprehensive assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning, leading to better patient outcomes for children preschool through fifth grade.

Speech-Language Pathologist

American Therapy Services, ATS
06.1995 - 03.1997
  • Performed diagnostic evaluations as well as implementing speech-language programs for geriatric and pediatric patient populations in the following settings: outpatient clinic, home health, long-term care facilities
  • Other responsibilities included: performing VFSS for adult and geriatric patients, conducting dysphagia in-services for nursing home staff, implementing restorative dining programs for geriatric patients, and participating in company marketing campaigns.

Education

Master of Science - Communication Disorders (Speech-Language Pathology

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
City, Oklahoma

Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders (Speech-Language Pathology

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
City, Oklahoma

Associates of Science -

Eastern Oklahoma State College
Wilburton, Oklahoma

Skills

  • Assessment Abilities
  • Therapeutic Techniques
  • Problem Solving
  • critical thinking
  • Patience and Tolerance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Self-Motivation
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • CPR/AED
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Parent Education

Certification

  • ASHA Certified
  • Licensed Speech-language Pathologist in Arkansas
  • Certified Neonatal Therapist
  • Member of the National Association of Neonatal Therapist

Timeline

Speech-Language Pathologist

Siloam Springs Pediatric Clinic
10.2022 - Current

Speech-Language Pathologist

Northwest Health System, Willow Creek Women’s Hospital NICU
04.2009 - Current

Speech-Language Pathologist

Northwest Health System
04.2007 - 01.2009

Contract Speech-Language Pathologist

South San Independent School District
09.2002 - 04.2003

Speech-Language Pathologist

Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
03.1997 - 03.2007

Speech-Language Pathologist

American Therapy Services, ATS
06.1995 - 03.1997

Master of Science - Communication Disorders (Speech-Language Pathology

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders (Speech-Language Pathology

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Associates of Science -

Eastern Oklahoma State College

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