Experienced with diagnosing and treating speech and language disorders. Utilizes evidence-based practices to develop effective treatment plans. Knowledge of patient assessment and therapeutic techniques for improved communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Columbus City Schools
08.2023 - Current
Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow
Canton Local School District
08.2022 - 12.2022
Served children in a public school setting.
Provided intervention and assessment services for students in grades K-12 with various speech and language disorders.
Developed and wrote Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and conducted parent conferences.
Gained experience with students from general education and special education.
Speech Pathology Student
Embassy of Euclid Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 07.2022
Served geriatric patients in a skilled nursing facility setting.
Performed assessment, intervention, and caregiver education involving patients with following disorders: dysphagia, aphasia, cognitive deficits, and dysarthria.
Responsible for diet modifications, implementation of skilled therapy plans, and completion of evaluation and discharge reports.
Incorporated an interdisciplinary team approach involving nursing staff, rehabilitation staff, caregivers, family members, and social services to ensure a holistic approach to patient care with an emphasis on returning to prior level of function and/or safe discharge planning for each individual patient.
Speech Pathology Student
Salem Area Speech and Hearing Clinic
01.2022 - 05.2022
Served children in an outpatient therapy setting.
Performed assessment, intervention, and caregiver education involving patients with deficits in articulation, language, and social skills.
Developed professional therapy reports.
Speech Pathology Student
Kent State Speech and Hearing Clinic
01.2021 - 12.2021
Served children and adults in an outpatient therapy setting.
Organized and performed individual and group therapy sessions.
Created individualized therapy materials, developed professional therapy reports, and completed necessary data collection and paperwork.
Participated in weekly meetings with various clinical supervisors and co-clinicians.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Kent State University
12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology and Audiology
Kent State University
05.2021
Skills
Patient evaluation
Developing treatment plans
Patient and family education
Multicultural sensitivity
Patience and tolerance
Therapeutic techniques
Interpersonal skills
Time management
Adaptability
Collaboration and teamwork
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Columbus City Schools
08.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow
Canton Local School District
08.2022 - 12.2022
Speech Pathology Student
Embassy of Euclid Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 07.2022
Speech Pathology Student
Salem Area Speech and Hearing Clinic
01.2022 - 05.2022
Speech Pathology Student
Kent State Speech and Hearing Clinic
01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology and Audiology