JOLIE GARTH, CF-SLP
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Compassionate speech-language pathologist clinical fellow recognized for efficient task completion and effective patient care. Emerging skills in patient assessment, treatment plan development, and therapeutic intervention techniques. Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to ongoing research in speech disorders to deliver evidence-based therapy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Assistant - Executive Function
Freelance
Phoenix, AZ
08.2025 - Current
- Offered comprehensive support encompassing technology, mental well-being, emotional stability, and physical assistance to enhance client quality of life.
- Developed and implemented organizational systems for the client to enhance efficiency.
- Provided informal cognitive therapy strategies to a patient who has a history of cerebrovascular accident (CVA)
Volunteer
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
Glendale, Arizona
10.2024 - Current
- Upheld and provided patient support and comfort, such as supplying drinks/food, pillows, socks, oral hygiene products, and ice chips.
- Performed secretarial duties, including answering patient calls, communicating needs to healthcare team, and restocking unit equipment, ensuring smooth operations.
- Executed secretary duties by answering patient calls, communicating patient needs to the healthcare team, and restocking equipment in the unit.
Graduate Student Clinician
HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center Rotation
Phoenix, AZ
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered targeted treatment for adults with neurological conditions, enhancing recovery and quality of life for individuals with stroke, TBI, Parkinson's disease, aphasia, and dementia
- Conducted supervised comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing evaluations for adult patients in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings
- Educated patients and caregivers on effective swallowing and compensatory strategies, empowering them to manage conditions confidently
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
The SPEAK Center
Mesa, AZ
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Delivered supervised in-home therapy and teletherapy services for patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Type 15 (HSP15), enhancing communication skills and overall quality of life.
- Facilitated therapy services for pediatric and adult clients across diverse settings including home, school, ABA centers, group homes, and adult day programs, addressing individual needs for effective communication.
Graduate Student Clinician
Voice and Resonance Clinical Rotation
Tempe, AZ
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided supervised therapy services to the following adult populations: Oral Head and Neck Cancer (OHNC) and Muscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD)
- Conducted voice assessments using tools such as Voice Handicapped Index-10 (VHI-10), Reflux Symptom Index (RSI), and Singing Voice Handicapped Index (sVHI-10) to evaluate patient needs
- Acquired foundational knowledge of voice treatment methods/strategies, including Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract (SOVT) positions, Conversational Therapy Training (CTT), Vocal Function Exercises (VFE), deactivation stretches, Shaker swallowing exercise, and trismus therapy
Graduate Student Clinician
Valley ENT Clinical Rotation
Mesa, AZ
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Acquired foundational knowledge in billing and coding for voice diagnoses, enhancing understanding of conditions like Muscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD) and Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)
- Supported five videostroboscopy appointments by preparing work station, sanitizing equipment, and documenting sessions, contributing to smooth operation of clinical procedures
Education
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Speech and Hearing Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2024
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Problem solving
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Patient assessment
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
Awards
Clinical Achievement Award, ASU College of Health Solutions, Spring 2025
Community Outreach
- Volunteer, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Glendale, AZ, 10/2024 - Present
- Undergraduate Advising Committee Member, Beta Mu Sigma Alumnae Chapter, Phoenix, AZ, 07/25 -Present
Timeline
Personal Assistant - Executive Function
Freelance
08.2025 - Current
Graduate Student Clinician
HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center Rotation
08.2025 - 12.2025
Volunteer
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Graduate Student Clinician
Voice and Resonance Clinical Rotation
08.2024 - 12.2024
Graduate Student Clinician
Valley ENT Clinical Rotation
08.2024 - 10.2024
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
The SPEAK Center
01.2024 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Speech and Hearing Science
Arizona State University