Mary (Molly) Sheehan Hibbert
New Fairfield,CT
Summary
Highly motivated Speech Language Pathologist specializing in Swallowing and Voice Disorders with extensive experience in supervising and training a diverse team of therapists in the Acute and Outpatient settings, ensuring optimal patient care delivery while achieving positive functional outcomes and maintaining compliance with clinical standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Iona College
01.2022 - Current
- Experience in teaching Swallowing Disorders in Adults and Children to Undergraduate Students
- Incorporate diverse instructional methods and resources for optimal learning such as interactive demonstrations, on-line learning resources, projects and Evidenced-Based Journal review
- Develop and implement lesson plans and content
- Provide current and up to date information in our field based on research, on the job experience and podcasts
Senior Speech Language Pathologist
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
10.2021 - Current
- Evaluate, educate and treat patients (diagnosis' include: tracheostomy and ventilator dependent, CVA, TBI, progressive diseases and head and neck cancer) in the following inpatient areas: CSI, SICU, NSICU, CCU, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Children's Hospital and medicine floors
- Complete Voice Evaluations including Laryngeal Function Studies and Qualitative and Behavioral Analysis in the Outpatient Setting within the Otolaryngology Department
- Taught fundamentals such as projection, breathing and vocal techniques.
- Perform and analyze MBSS, FEES and Videostroboscopy on Adult and Pediatric patients
- Conduct Passy Muir Speaking Valve (PMV) assessments
- Attend Stroke, ICU and Strobe rounds with Interdisciplinary team
- Provide recommendations for therapy services post discharge, collaborate with interdisciplinary medical teams regarding plan of care based on medical findings
- Participate in Mission Trip to Kingston, Jamaica to provide education regarding evaluation and treatment of dysphagia, trach/vent/PMV and speech/language therapy
- Teach and supervise Graduate Student Externships
- Interview and train all new hires
- Conduct monthly in-services to staff within the department and throughout the hospital
Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist
Kings Harbor MultiCare Center
06.2020 - Current
- Perform dysphagia and speech/language evaluations and treatment for short term and long-term patients
Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist
Bayberry Care Center
05.2019 - Current
- Perform dysphagia and speech/language evaluations and treatment for short term and long-term patients
Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist
North Westchester Restorative Therapy and Nursing Center
06.2021 - 12.2024
- Perform dysphagia and speech/language evaluations and treatment for short term and long-term patients
Staff Speech Language Pathologist
Montefiore Medical Center (Moses Campus)
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines in the assessment and treatment of clients.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding client progress and treatment recommendations.
- Educated other professionals on topics related to speech language therapy interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop effective intervention strategies.
Travel Speech Language Pathologist
AMN Healthcare - Spaulding Rehab Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Evaluated and treated cognitive communication and swallowing disorders in acute rehab setting
- Provided education to patients and families regarding communication and swallowing strategies
- Educated patients on community resources to facilitate increased functional independence following neurological injury
Travel Speech Language Pathologist
AMN Healthcare - Upstate Medical Center
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Evaluated, educated and treated patients in the following inpatient Level 1 Trauma areas: Comprehensive Stroke Center and Neurology Unit, Medical and Surgical Intensive Care Units, Cardiothoracic Unit, Oncology/ENT Unit, Burn Unit and General Medicine
- Performed and analyzed MBSS and assist in Inpatient FEES
- Provided discharge recommendations, in-services and collaborated with medical teams
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Iona College
New Rochelle, NY06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
Iona College
New Rochelle06.2013
Skills
- Clinical expertise in dysphagia, neurological disorders, voice and upper airway disorders and tracheostomy management
- Proficient in completion and analysis of MBSS, FEES and Videostroboscopy
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Experience in staff training and competency assessment
- Proficient in developing and implementing quality improvement plans
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Adaptable to various healthcare settings and patient populations
- Interdisciplinary approach
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Patience and tolerance
Certification
- Connecticut State License, Expected 2025
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), American Speech-Language Hearing Association, Current
- Lee Silverman Voice Treatment Certification, 2025-01
- Estill Voice Training for SLPs, 2022-02-01
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Certified, Current 2024-2026
- Emory Voice Center Laryngeal Imaging and FEES Hands-On Workshop, 2020-02-01
- Langmore Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) Training Workshop, 2015-06-01
- National Institute of Health Research Training
- New York State License, Current
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Iona College
01.2022 - Current
Senior Speech Language Pathologist
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
10.2021 - Current
Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist
North Westchester Restorative Therapy and Nursing Center
06.2021 - 12.2024
Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist
Kings Harbor MultiCare Center
06.2020 - Current
Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist
Bayberry Care Center
05.2019 - Current
Staff Speech Language Pathologist
Montefiore Medical Center (Moses Campus)
09.2018 - 10.2021
Travel Speech Language Pathologist
AMN Healthcare - Spaulding Rehab Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2018
Travel Speech Language Pathologist
AMN Healthcare - Upstate Medical Center
10.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Iona College
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
Iona College
Publications
Fall Voice Conference, 2023-10-19, Washington D.C., Barriers to Successful Completion of Voice Therapy Following Laryngology Assessment, Dhvani Raval, BS, Mehak Noorani, CCC-SLP, Mary Sheehan, CCC-SLP, Rachel Kominsky, MD
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