Lindsay Graham
Spring,United States
Summary
Well-qualified speech-language professional with valid Texas speech-language pathology assistant license. Proficient in goal setting, treatment plan implementation and progress documentation. Motivated to support patients from 3 to 21 in realizing individual targets.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Willis ISD
Willis, TX
08.2021 - 05.2023
- I am currently working as a speech language pathology assistant for Willis ISD wherein I administer speech therapy services to children ages 3 through 18 years of age.
- Provided support to patients in the implementation of speech, language, and communication goals.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress through documentation and data entry.
- Instructed patients on proper use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Huntsville ISD
08.2019 - 06.2021
- I worked as a speech language pathology assistant and administered speech therapy services to children ages 3 through 18 years of age.
- Provided support to patients in the implementation of speech, language, and communication goals.
- Instructed patients on proper use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
- Collaborated with other health professionals to ensure optimal care for patients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Daisy Kids Care, LLC
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted Speech-Language Pathologists with patient assessments and evaluations.
- Provided support to patients in the implementation of speech, language, and communication goals.
- Instructed patients on proper use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress through documentation and data entry.
- Collaborated with other health professionals to ensure optimal care for patients.
- Observed and reported changes in patient's condition to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Demonstrated therapeutic techniques to family members or caregivers of patients.
Newborn Hearing Screener
Hearing Screening Associates
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Screen all newborn/NICU babies hearing via ABR test
- Converse with patients in patient room and brief parents about ABR testing
- Converse/collaborate with doctors and nurses on Mother/Baby oor
- Collect insurance data and personal information from parents for billing
- Mail billing to home ofce
- Order supplies and maintain inventory records
- Manage team at The Methodist Woodlands Hospital/Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital locations
- Send monthly reports containing pass/fail data
- Scheduled outpatient appointments
- Scheduled Dx ABR appointments at Texas Childrens Hospital The Woodlands for outpatients in need of further testing.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Emerson College
Boston, MA 08-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications Sciences & Disorders
University of Houston
05.2017
Associate of Arts - Speech Communication
Lone Star College
12.2013
Skills
- Worked with patients to improve speech skills, language abilities, and communication strategies
- Designed and implemented individual and group activities to improve articulation, language development, and verbal expression
- Collaborated with Speech Language Pathologists and other members of the rehabilitation team
- Provided support to patients and families through education and guidance
- Maintained patient records, completed paperwork, and tracked progress
- Attended and participated in team meetings, conferences, and workshops
- Successfully perform newborn hearing screenings on infants in a hospital setting
- Utilize advanced medical equipment to diagnose hearing impairments
- Verify accuracy and documentation of newborn hearing screenings
- Collect and record patient data
- Work closely with physicians and nurses to ensure proper care of newborns
- Educate parents on the importance of newborn hearing screenings
- Train and mentor new staff on newborn hearing screening techniques
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Detail Oriented
- Leadership Skills
- Driven
- Multitasking
Roles And Responsibilities
- Assisted Speech Language Pathologists in providing language treatment services to children and adults with communication disorders
- Collaborated with Speech Language Pathologists to develop individual therapy plans for each patient
- Implemented language therapy activities and exercises to help patients improve their language skills
- Monitored patients' progress and reported findings to Speech Language Pathologists
- Assisted in providing social skills instruction to patients
- Communicated with parents and caregivers to provide updates on their child's progress
- Developed and maintained patient records and documentation
- Participated in continuing education courses related to the field of speech-language pathology
- Assisted Speech Language Pathologists in providing speech and language therapy to patients of all ages
- Conducted assessments of speech and language skills to identify areas of improvement
- Helped develop individual treatment plans for patients with communication disorders
- Engaged in activities with patients to practice communication skills
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to the Speech Language Pathologist
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop integrated treatment plans
- Participated in meetings and trainings to stay current on best practices in the field
- Maintained accurate records of patient evaluations, treatments, and progress
- Assisted Speech Language Pathologists in providing therapy to patients with speech, language, and communication deficits
- Administered services in the home health setting
- Collaborated with family members to create the best therapy experience incorporating patient likes/dislikes
- Assisted with evaluations and assessments, including administering tests and scoring results
- Developed treatment plans for patients and monitored progress
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Willis ISD
08.2021 - 05.2023
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Huntsville ISD
08.2019 - 06.2021
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Daisy Kids Care, LLC
01.2018 - 01.2019
Newborn Hearing Screener
Hearing Screening Associates
01.2016 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Emerson College
Bachelor of Arts - Communications Sciences & Disorders
University of Houston
Associate of Arts - Speech Communication
Lone Star College