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Makayla Bulman

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant with documented success providing speech and language support using augmentative communication devices and tools to enhance language skills. Assists patients with chronic speech and language impairments in natural and clinic-based settings to facilitate functional treatment options. Arizona license and Bachelors of Science in Speech and Hearing Science.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Lexington Therapy Services
01.2023 - Current
  • Create fun, learning based activities focusing on improvement of functional language skills.
  • Increased patient motivation by establishing rapport and creating engaging therapy activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Optimized treatment effectiveness by regularly monitoring patient progress and adjusting strategies when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient progress tracking through diligent documentation of therapy outcomes and milestones.
  • Supported patients'' families by providing education on speech-language strategies and at-home exercises.
  • Assisted in the development of culturally-sensitive materials and strategies, enabling more effective treatment for patients from diverse backgrounds.
  • Improved patient communication skills by implementing personalized speech therapy sessions.
  • Contributed to the development of innovative therapy techniques through continuous professional learning and sharing best practices with colleagues.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients with various communication disorders.
  • Maintained caseload of 35 treatment hours per week.
  • Completed SOAP notes for client records.
  • Customized AAC devices to meet functional communication needs for variety of ability levels.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12.2023

Associate of Arts - AGEC-A

Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ
05.2020

High School Diploma -

Sunnyslope High School
Phoenix
05.2014

Skills

  • Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • SLPA License
  • CPR/First Aid certified
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Compassionate
  • Parent Education
  • Sign Language
  • Efficient at adapting to changing demands of clients needs
  • Experienced working with AAC devices
  • Experienced working in home health, pediatrics, adolescence, and geriatrics
  • Experienced with speech sound disorders, language, delays, gestalt language processors, Autism Spectrum disorder

Timeline

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Lexington Therapy Services
01.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences

Arizona State University

Associate of Arts - AGEC-A

Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College

High School Diploma -

Sunnyslope High School
Makayla Bulman