Megan Anderson
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Experienced early intervention certified speech-language pathologist with expertise in assessing, planning, and prioritizing functional developmental goals for clients. Collaborative approach with related professionals and families to ensure comprehensive assessment and effective intervention. Recognized for meticulousness in developing individualized plans and delivering treatment, leading to consistently positive client feedback and successful outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist, Early Intervention
Cuyahoga County Board of DD
09.2022 - Current
- Attend Individual Plan meetings and/or make recommendations for programming to team, write objectives/outcomes, discuss methods of implementation, and identify materials to be used and implement treatment or train others
- Maintain compliance with appropriate federal and state regulations, professional standards and Board policy including DODD regulations and standards set by the Ohio Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology
- Educate and counsel individuals, families, caregivers, co-workers, managers and advocates for individuals to promote effective communication
- Evaluate and diagnose patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders
ABA Tutor
Early Intervention Consulting
03.2019 - 08.2022
- Execute applied behavior analysis (ABA) for several clients diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, while implementing individualized behavior plans and needs for assisting in development
- Collect data, teach social skills and behaviors, behavior modification, toilet training, activities of daily living, food tolerance, sibling training, community-based instruction, and shadowing in a classroom setting
SLP Graduate Student Clinician
Kent State University
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Patient Populations: Young Child (0-5), Child (6-17), Adult (18-24), Older Adult (65+)
- Settings: Community Clinic, Home Health (board of developmental disabilities), Orthodontist, Private Practice, Integrated Preschool, Skilled Nursing Facility, University Clinic
- Evaluation Experience: Articulation/Speech Sound Production, Fluency and Fluency Disorders, Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, Voice and Resonance, Expressive/Receptive Language, Hearing, Swallowing/Feeding, Cognitive Aspects of Communication, Social Aspects of Communication
- Treatment Experience: Articulation/Speech Sound Production, Augmentative and Alternative Communication Modalities, Fluency and Fluency Disorders, Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, Voice and Resonance, Expressive/Receptive Language, Hearing, Swallowing/Feeding, Cognitive Aspects of Communication, Social Aspects of Communication
Student Assistant
University of Akron
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Assisted the Office of the Athletic Director with the daily operations of the unit including answering and directing phone calls, managing office mail as well as messages, and maintaining organization and cleanliness in the office areas
Home Care Provider
Total Education Solutions
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Assisted clients with various disabilities in accordance with their individualized plans for development
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
Education
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Kent State University
Kent, OH08.2022
Graduate Certificate - Early Intervention
Kent State University
Kent, OH08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
The University of Akron
Akron, OH05.2019
Skills
- Efficient in fast-paced environments
- Positive communication
- Intuitive observation
- Attention to detail
- Establishing rapport
- De-escalating behaviors
- Critical thinking in pressure situations
- Interpreting Modified Barium Swallow studies
- Leadership
- Collaboration
Research
- Screen Time Use in Early Childhood
- Joint Attention and Language Development
- Prelinguistic Milieu Teaching and Expressive Communication Development
Websites
Certification
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist, Early Intervention
Cuyahoga County Board of DD
09.2022 - Current
SLP Graduate Student Clinician
Kent State University
08.2020 - 07.2022
ABA Tutor
Early Intervention Consulting
03.2019 - 08.2022
Home Care Provider
Total Education Solutions
03.2018 - 03.2019
Student Assistant
University of Akron
08.2016 - 05.2019
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Kent State University
Graduate Certificate - Early Intervention
Kent State University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
The University of Akron
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