KATE PETACH

Work History

Speech-Language Pathologist, Per Diem

Norwalk Skilled Nursing and Wellness Centre

Norwalk

08.2025 - Current

Developed individualized plans for patients to address impairments in communication, swallowing, and cognitive-communication skills.
Documented patient progress accurately in compliance with regulatory standards.
Maintained detailed records of client visits including notes about session activities, interventions used.
Monitored progress of clients through data collection procedures on standardized assessments and informal measures.
Utilized technology such as iPads or computer software programs during therapy sessions when appropriate.
Coordinated with medical professionals regarding care plans for medically complex patients.
Prescribed augmentative and alternative communication systems when appropriate to improve functional communication outcomes.
Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw and breathing mechanisms.
Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Conducted evaluations and examined physical structures contributing to speech concerns.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Downey Post Acute

Downey

07.2025 - Current

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
Implemented therapeutic interventions to improve communication skills effectively.
Documented patient progress and adjusted therapy techniques accordingly.
Monitored progress of clients through data collection procedures on standardized assessments and informal measures.
Coordinated with medical professionals regarding care plans for medically complex patients.
Developed individualized plans for patients to address impairments in communication, swallowing, and cognitive-communication skills.
Prescribed augmentative and alternative communication systems when appropriate to improve functional communication outcomes.
Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw and breathing mechanisms.
Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Conducted evaluations and examined physical structures contributing to speech concerns.

Member of National Student Speech Language Hearing Association

California State University, Fullerton

Fullerton

08.2019 - Current

Attend conferences, meetings, and speaker events.
Participate in workshops to further develop professional/clinical skills.
Attend workshops and speaker events to further develop cultural competency in the field of speech pathology.
Participate in Advocacy Days, which included writing letters to politicians regarding issues such as disability rights and educational reform.
Raise funds for small, local businesses.
Participate in volunteering experiences such as raising funds for children with cleft lip/palate.

Full time Intern

Killybrooke Elementary

Costa Mesa

01.2024 - 05.2024

Provide therapy in the areas of articulation, expressive language, receptive language, augmentative and alternative communication, and pragmatics for students in Preschool to grade 6 in general education, inclusion, and SDC classes.
Lead individual and group sessions in both pull-out and push-in settings.
Create lesson plans for therapy
Record data on goals and progress
Medical Documentation in Paradigm Health Network
Administered both standard and non-standard assessments
Collect data and communicate frequently with parents and other service providers on progress toward goals and objectives.
Participate in the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) using the Special Education Information System (SEIS).
Maintain a hygienic and orderly work environment
Safely transition students to and from therapy

Full-time Intern

Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital-Whittier

Whittier

08.2023 - 12.2023

Conducted full bedside dysphagia assessments in an inpatient setting.
Participated in, and recorded data for Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) dysphagia assessments.
Provided evidence-based dysphagia treatments at the inpatient level.
Administered standard and non-standard bedside speech/language evaluations.
Provided patient and family/caregiver education and recommendations on results.
Provided speech-language therapy at the inpatient level.
Completed case history forms for each patient.
Documented the results of the assessment(s)
Documented therapy and progress
Became proficient in EPIC systems.
Collaborated with caregivers, doctors, nurses, and other professionals on patient care
Maintained a clean and organized environment.

Student Clinician

CSUF Speech and Hearing Clinic

Fullerton

08.2022 - 05.2023

Managed paperwork coordination, case management, and activity development.
Assessed patient abilities and progress, administering evaluations at regular intervals.
Treated adult clientele for cognition and written expressive language.
Treated child clientele for speech sound disorders.
Created activities that were personally relevant to clientele.
Completed progress reports for clientele at the end of the intervention period.
Collaborated with family and caretakers throughout the intervention period.
Held diagnostic conferences for adult and pediatric clientele.
Assessed and diagnosed both adult and pediatric clientele for speech, language, and communication disorders.

Research Assistant

California State University, Fullerton

Fullerton

11.2021 - 10.2022

Under the direction of Dr. Chakraborty, developed a language and culture manual for the Gaelic languages, providing a guide to the phonology, morphology, syntax, pragmatics, graphemes, and common mispronunciation of the Gaelic languages.
Conducted research into the history and culture of Scottish and Irish Gaelic.
Gathered information on current demographics related to the usage of the Gaelic languages in native settings and in the United States.
Provided reference materials for professionals treating individuals whose primary language is Gaelic.

Instructional Student Assistant

California State University, Fullerton

Fullerton

09.2021 - 05.2022

Delivered one-on-one tutoring for students in Communicative Disorders coursework.
Developed instructional materials to aid students in their studying/classwork.
Identified and corrected errors in students' notes and provided feedback.
Documented student attendance to the Student Success Center
Collaborated with students to identify problem areas in their studies and provided information/instruction for them to better understand the class content.
Maximized instructional time by supporting students using a strengths-based approach.
Improved performance of struggling students using personalized mentoring and tutoring.

Volunteer

Brain Rehabilitation and Injury Network (BRAIN)

Cypress

09.2021 - 05.2022

Worked closely with stroke and traumatic brain injury survivors on restoring/compensatory strategies for cognitive skills such as memory, attention, and social skills.
Debriefed with class leaders/other volunteers to assess clients' needs and create plans for further rehabilitation.
Wrote structured SOAP notes for each client and sent them to class leader weekly.
Planned activities and questions for classes on a rotation basis
Set up the classroom pre-session, cleaned and sanitized the classroom post-session.
Copied printed materials and performed other prep work for the class
Distributed classroom materials as needed

Executive Board Member

California State University, Fullerton Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Fullerton

08.2020 - 05.2022

Coordinated with other Executive Board members to handle membership, plan and schedule fundraising events and meetings. Make membership decisions.
Organized and attended fundraising events.
Directed other members of the CSUF chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma society and provided instructions/reminders of their roles and responsibilities.
Collaborated with regional supervisors of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to increase awareness of the organization.
Created social media content to provide information about blood cancer.
Developed newsletters for the CSUF Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Mentored new volunteers and executive board members.
Raised funds for the CSUF Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Volunteer Peer Mentor

California State University, Fullerton

Fullerton

08.2020 - 05.2022

Assisted students with their academics and Communicative Disorders coursework.
Provided information on the graduate application process, including support in writing letters of intent and assistance in accessing study tools for the GRE.
Facilitated scheduling of academic advising appointments.
Collaborated with other peer mentors to create the best schedule for the Peer Mentor Center.
Uploaded relevant information to the website that would assist students in their classwork.

Volunteer

LAUNCH Preschool

Torrance

05.2019 - 08.2019

Volunteered in a speech and language preschool class under the supervision of licensed speech pathologists, special education teacher and child development instructor.
Participated in small and large group instruction.
Safely transported students to and from therapy.
Assisted in all aspects of the preschool classroom routine while the students were present.
Assisted in student arrival and departure from campus as needed.
Completed necessary tasks for classroom staff when needed.
Assisted staff in prepping materials and setting up for class and cleaning.
Maintained a hygienic classroom.
As a volunteer, adhered to all Torrance Unified School District requirements and protocols including Megan's law clearance, TB test, etc.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Speech-Language Pathologist, Per Diem

Speech-Language Pathologist

Member of National Student Speech Language Hearing Association

Full time Intern

Full-time Intern

Student Clinician

Research Assistant

Instructional Student Assistant

Volunteer

Executive Board Member

Volunteer Peer Mentor

Volunteer

Education

Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders

Skills

Certification

Timeline

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