Kim Tidwell
Clinton,MS
Summary
Certified speech-language pathologist offering 24+ years of experience in speech and language pathology in a variety of
settings including clinical, schools, and skilled nursing facilities. Organized problem solver who swiftly handles changing
caseloads and therapy-related duties. Always enthusiastic to take on new cases and support patients' speech and
communication goals through creative and effective treatment planning
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology
Outreach Therapy
Clinton, MS
12.2023 - Current
- Educated family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and
avoid personal misunderstandings. - Evaluate and develop plan of care for pediatric clients' with language and speech disorders
- Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues
- Maintain organized soap notes and analyze data for progress
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology
Mississippi School For The Deaf and Blind
Jackson, MS
06.2022 - Current
- Develop, revise, and review IEPs for caseload of 30+ students
- Work with 30+ students diagnosed with Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Visually Impaired/Blind, Language Disorders.
Autism Spectrum Disorders, Intellectual disability, and Articulation and Phonological Processing Disorders annually. - Conduct assessments and contribute to team assessment reports
- Plan and conduct intervention therapy sessions.
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology PRN
Reliant Rehabilitation
Clinton , MS
07.2018 - Current
- Treat cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia in elderly patients.
- Maintain documentation and billing for services
- Participate in continue education and development
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology PRN
Therapy Management Corporation (TMC)
Ridgeland, MS
05.2008 - Current
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology
Hinds County School District
Raymond, MS
08.2015 - 07.2022
- Provided information on speech improvement techniques and nonverbal communication methods to colleagues
- Supervisor graduate students for clinical hours
- Assess, diagnose, and develop a plan for students that meet the criteria for language and speech disorders.
- Analyze data and create an individualized education plan for students with communication deficits
Education
Masters of Communication Disorders - Communication Disorders
LSU Health And Science Center
Shreveport, LA12-1999
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Northeast Louisiana University
Monroe, LA05-1997
Skills
- Speech and language screenings
- Dysphagia knowledge
- Case management for language/speech students
- Special education professional
- Adept in standardized speech tests
- Stress management techniques
- Verbal and written communication
- Cultural awareness
- American Sign Language
- Conduct effective evidence-based intervention
Certification
- Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, Mississippi Department of Health, 2000-Present
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, 2000-Present
- School Services License, Mississippi Department of Education, 2000-Present
- Special Education License for Mild/Mod disabilities (k-12), Mississippi Department of Education, 2009-Present
Timeline
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology
Outreach Therapy
12.2023 - Current
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology
Mississippi School For The Deaf and Blind
06.2022 - Current
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology PRN
Reliant Rehabilitation
07.2018 - Current
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology
Hinds County School District
08.2015 - 07.2022
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology PRN
Therapy Management Corporation (TMC)
05.2008 - Current
Masters of Communication Disorders - Communication Disorders
LSU Health And Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Northeast Louisiana University
- Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, Mississippi Department of Health, 2000-Present
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, 2000-Present
- School Services License, Mississippi Department of Education, 2000-Present
- Special Education License for Mild/Mod disabilities (k-12), Mississippi Department of Education, 2009-Present
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