Kimberly Gammon
Johns Creek,GA
Summary
Passionate and motivated Speech-Language Pathologist with experience in assessing and treating communication and swallowing disorders across diverse populations. Skilled in developing individualized treatment plans, utilizing evidence-based practices to enhance speech, language, and feeding abilities. Exhibits a strong knowledge base, exceptional communication, and dedication to the development of highly effective clinical
experiences. Demonstrated ability to build strong rapport with patients, leading to improved outcomes and increased patient satisfaction. Contributed to multidisciplinary teams by sharing insights and strategies that support overall patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech and Language Pathologist
Kidspeech, Inc.
Lawrenceville, GA
06.2019 - Current
- Collected case history information from the patient and/or family for diagnostic evaluation and procedures.
- Administered formal and informal assessments for the identification of speech, language, and feeding/swallowing deficits.
- Developed treatment goals to remediate, ameliorate, and address speech, language, and feeding deficits of patients with a variety of disorders.
- Provided and elicited individualized therapy plans, backed by evidence-based practices, to meet the needs of each patient.
- Collected data and completed the required documentation.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments and modified as needed based on patient response.
- Practiced effective interdisciplinary communication with other disciplines, and referred for services as necessary.
- Assisted in developing augmentative and alternative communication systems for those who are nonverbal or have limited verbal abilities.
- Instructed family members on strategies for promoting carryover of therapeutic techniques into home environments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Cobb County School System
Marietta, GA
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Evaluated the patient's language and speech production abilities, including receptive and expressive language, articulation, fluency, voice quality, and pragmatics.
- Administered standardized assessments such as the CELF-5 or GFTA-3 for diagnosis of language disorders in children.
- Analyzed results from diagnostic tests and wrote comprehensive reports summarizing findings.
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop treatment strategies and goals for patients.
- Participated in IEP meetings with school districts to ensure students receive necessary services according to their needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing social pragmatic skills or other areas of need with multiple clients at once.
- Maintained detailed records of client visits including notes about session activities, interventions used.
- Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments to treatment.
- Educated patients and caregivers in exercises to improve speech and language, as well as alternative communication methods to include signs and low tech/high tech augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education
Florida International University
Miami, FL05-2013
Skills
- Pediatric feeding disorders
- Swallowing therapy
- Early intervention services
- Autism spectrum support
- Alternative communication devices
- Stuttering treatment
- Pragmatic language therapy
- Speech sound disorders
- Voice rehabilitation
- Language remediation
- Parent and caregiver training
Accomplishments
- Graduated Honors with a Masters of Science from Nova Southeastern University in 2019.
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude with B.S. from Florida International University in 2013.
Certification
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Clinical Supervisor for Clinical Fellowship (CFY)
References
- Rita Moynihan, CCC-SLP, 407-280-1228, rgrita@aol.com
- Christine Underwood, CCC-SLP, 941-961-0061, underwoodchristine2@gmail.com
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Cobb County School System
08.2022 - 07.2023
Speech and Language Pathologist
Kidspeech, Inc.
06.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education
Florida International University
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