KARA PARKER
Freeport,Florida
Summary
Dynamic speech-language pathologist with 5 years of experience and solid reputation for compassion, reliability, and attention to detail. Always enthusiastic to take on new cases and support patients' speech and communication goals through creative and effective treatment planning. Highly personable and productive clinical professional.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
The Speech Lab, LLC
01.2021 - Current
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Implemented group therapy sessions for school-aged individuals PK-12th grade 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
Reliant Rehabilitation
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Evaluation and treatment of patients with aphasia, cognitive-communication impairments, hearing and visual impairments, dysphagia, dysarthria, and voice disorders
- Experience with documentation in the following areas: recertification's, progress notes, evaluations, daily notes, and clarification orders with OptimaHCS, Matrix, and PointClickCare
- Interdisciplinary communication with therapy, nursing staff, administration, and dietary to facilitate carryover of recommendations
- Conducted phone calls and care plan meetings with family members to facilitate safe discharge home, provide discharge recommendations, and update progress with current plan of care.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Murray State University
Murray, KY05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Murray State University
Murray, KY05.2016
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Patient Advocacy
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Assessment abilities
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Florida License - 2021 - Present
- Certificate of Clinical Competence for American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Volunteer Experience
- Autism support group in Murray, KY
- Penguin Playhouse in Murray, KY
- Young Athletes Program in Murray, KY
- Polar Plunge in Murray, KY
- Reading is Fundamental in Lexington, KY
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
The Speech Lab, LLC
01.2021 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Reliant Rehabilitation
05.2018 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Murray State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Murray State University
- Florida License - 2021 - Present
- Certificate of Clinical Competence for American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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