KATIE WITCHLEY
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Diligent Speech Language Pathologist Assistant bringing 8+ years of experience and strong dedication to patients. Highly organized with attention to detail and motivated nature. Experience working in clinical, school-based and home-based settings while managing large caseloads. Pursuing Graduate Degree in Fall 2024.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Piller Child Development
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained caseload of 15 treatment hours per week to effectively manage time and reduce burnout.
- Implemented and adhered to therapeutic treatment plans and protocols in recommended setting to optimize patient response.
- Pursued higher education and training while balancing work with clients.
- Assisted in client screenings concerning hearing, speech, language, voice and fluency.
- Performed clerical duties to prepare therapy materials and schedule exercises and activities.
- Modified and adapted instructional materials and lesson plans.
- Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Theraplay4Kidz, LLC DBA Arizona Autism
06.2017 - Current
- Designed and implemented low and high tech AAC for non-speaking clients and trained parents to use devices.
- Performed clerical duties to prepare therapy materials and schedule exercises and activities.
- Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Modified and adapted instructional materials and lesson plans.
- Maintained caseload of 25 treatment hours per week to effectively manage time and reduce burnout.
- Assessed and documented client progression and compared with baseline and standards
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
The Therapy Grove, LLC
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Modified and adapted instructional materials and lesson plans.
- Implemented and adhered to therapeutic treatment plans and protocols in recommended setting to optimize patient response.
- Maintained caseload of 30 treatment hours per week to effectively manage time and reduce burnout.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Foundations Developmental House, LLC
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Provided child-focused speech and language therapy services to clients in clinical and school-based setting under supervision of licensed speech-language pathologist.
- Specialized in treatment of Childhood Apraxia utilizing Speech-EZ protocol.
- Provided cognitive services through Motor2Cognition Protocol for children with cognitive and executive functioning difficulties.
- Liaised with multi-disciplinary team to incorporate treatment plan ideas, goals and objectives.
Lead Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
SMART Brain Aging, Inc
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided patient-centered cognitive rehabilitation and speech and language therapy services to elderly patients in clinical setting under supervision of licensed speech-language pathologist.
- Recruited team of well-qualified SLPs and SLPAs to staff over 20 clinic locations.
- Organized monthly clinic meetings
- Collaborated with lead speech language pathologist to create training, human resources and recruitment protocols.
- Managed caseload of 30 plus patients and over 15 staff members.
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Wheels On The Bus Pediatric Therapy, Inc
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Educated patient, family and caregivers about speech-improvement to facilitate home-care therapy.
- Implemented and adhered to therapeutic treatment plans and protocols in recommended setting to optimize patient response.
- Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Modified and adapted instructional materials and lesson plans.
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
AICCD
12.2015 - 07.2016
- Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Modified and adapted instructional materials and lesson plans.
- Educated patient, family and caregivers about speech-improvement to facilitate home-care therapy.
- Maintained caseload of 30+ treatment hours per week to effectively manage time and reduce burnout.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Science
Arizona State University
Tempe12.2013
Skills
- AAC Devices
- Treatment Protocol Implementation
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Disabilities
- Neurodiversity Affirming Practices
- Advocacy
- Therapeutic Material Design and preparation
- Language Development
Certification
- License Speech Language Pathology Assistant - August 2015 to present
- Article 9
- Pediatric First Aid, CPR/AED
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Piller Child Development
08.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
The Therapy Grove, LLC
07.2017 - 02.2019
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Foundations Developmental House, LLC
07.2017 - 02.2019
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Theraplay4Kidz, LLC DBA Arizona Autism
06.2017 - Current
Lead Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
SMART Brain Aging, Inc
07.2016 - 07.2017
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Wheels On The Bus Pediatric Therapy, Inc
05.2016 - 05.2017
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
AICCD
12.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Science
Arizona State University
Similar Profiles
Kennedy CurlKennedy Curl
Assistant Program Director at ABC Academy - Preschool, Child Care and Child DevelopmentAssistant Program Director at ABC Academy - Preschool, Child Care and Child Development
GABRIELLE HUGHESGABRIELLE HUGHES
FREELANCE CONSULTANT & STORY ANALYST at CBS, Piller/ Segan, Roadmap Writers, Black ListFREELANCE CONSULTANT & STORY ANALYST at CBS, Piller/ Segan, Roadmap Writers, Black List
Reagan HuntReagan Hunt
Private Childcare Provider at Village Church Child Development Development CentePrivate Childcare Provider at Village Church Child Development Development Cente
JENNIFER PATTERSONJENNIFER PATTERSON
Supervisor, Plan Sponsor Services at Aetna, a CVS Health CompanySupervisor, Plan Sponsor Services at Aetna, a CVS Health Company
Korbin PomereneKorbin Pomerene
Junior Sandwich Artist at SubwayJunior Sandwich Artist at Subway