Michelle S. Bleess
Alamo,TX
Summary
Compassionate, driven and seasoned Speech-Language Pathologist with 33 years of broad experience with geriatrics and pediatrics, known for high productivity, efficient task completion, individualized approaches, excellent communication, upper management experience, superior attendance and strong interpersonal skills. Specialize in developing individualized treatment plans, meeting compliance standards, leadership qualities and detailed report writing skills. Excel in patient-focused therapy, active listening, problem resolution and empathy, ensuring personalized care and positive outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
61
61
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Conroe ISD
The Woodlands, Texas
03.2020 - Current
- Assessed students language and speech production abilities including articulation, fluency, voice, oral mechanism function, swallowing and language (pragmatics, expressive, receptive).
- Developed IEPs to address students' communication needs including solid PLAFPs, measurable goals and impact statements.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student progress in communication skills.
- Manage large speech caseloads for a Pre- k thru 4th grade campus.
- Conduct swallowing evaluations for our entire district with implementation of Feeding & Swallowing plans.
- Onward SHARS Medicaid billing, NPI referrals and ORP provider in compliance with the Affordable Care Act.
- Supervision of Mono-Lingual and Bilingual Speech Pathology Assistants/Therapists.
- Graduate supervisor and mentor for externship sites with various Texas Universities.
- Clinical Fellowship Supervisor of Speech Pathologist Intern.
- Development of Service Plans and provide after school therapy for Home School & Private School students.
- COSFs and conduct ECSE arena evaluations.
- Collaboration with Educational Diagnosticians, DHH, LSSPs, Occupational and Physical Therapists.
- Folder audits meeting TEA processes.
- Provided training for staff on effective communication and feeding/swallowing strategies.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly thru IEP Revision or Amendment.
- Maintained detailed data of student visits for progress reporting.
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.
- Analyzed results from diagnostic tests and wrote comprehensive reports summarizing findings.
- Attended CEUs related to new developments in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.
- Collaborated with AAC specialists to prescribe communication systems when appropriate to improve functional communication outcomes.
- Conducted hearing and vision screenings.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rehab Care/Kindred
Conroe, Texas
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted assessments to identify speech, language, swallowing and cognitive communication disorders in adults.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to improve communication skills.
- Supervised a Clinical Fellow student/Intern.
- Coverage of speech caseloads in four skilled nursing facilities.
Director of Rehab Services
Select Medical Rehab/Encore/Aegies Therapies
Kissimmee, Florida
07.2014 - 05.2019
- Directed comprehensive rehab programs for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation for rehab services operations.
- Supervised PTs, PTAs, OTRs, COTAs, SLPs and rehab technicians
- Scheduling to meet physician orders & reimbursement.
- Knowledge of Medicare A, B, Medicaid, HMO with collaboration with Business Office Managers.
- Transfer from FL to MN for family
Education
Certified Member ASHA # 01099139 - Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech Language And Hearing Association
08.1994 - 04.2026
NPI # 1164191771 - NPI & ORP
National Provider Identifier
12.2022 - 04.2026
Audiometric Equipment - Vision & Hearing Screening Program
Texas Department of State Health Services
10.2023 - 12.2028
Vision Screener - Vision & Hearing Screening Program
Texas Department of State Health Services
10.2023 - 12.2028
Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - Texas License Number 115391
Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation
04.2019 - 04.2027
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Southwest Missouri State University
Springfield , MO 08.1991 - 05.1993
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Southwest Missouri State University
Springfield , MO 08.1985 - 05.1991
Skills
- Speech and Language full individual and initial evaluations or REED/re-evaluations
- Treatment planning for mono lingual & bilingual students
- IEP, ARD development & management
- Assessment Review Team (ART) member
- Proficient in conducting zoom meetings
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Swallowing & Feeding Observations, Evaluations and Intervention
- Supervision of SLP-Interns, SLP-Assistant and Graduate students
- Frontline documentation & ONWARD SHARS Medicaid billing
- MTSS referral committee and consent meetings
- Special education overview and training to parents per TEA
- Follow and provide education on Procedural Safeguards and ARD guide
- ARD facilitator and Case Manager for Speech only students
- Language dominance evaluator
- LEP and LPAC collaboration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Audiometric Equipment - Vision & Hearing Screening Program
Texas Department of State Health Services
10.2023 - 12.2028
Vision Screener - Vision & Hearing Screening Program
Texas Department of State Health Services
10.2023 - 12.2028
NPI # 1164191771 - NPI & ORP
National Provider Identifier
12.2022 - 04.2026
Speech-Language Pathologist
Conroe ISD
03.2020 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rehab Care/Kindred
06.2019 - 03.2020
Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - Texas License Number 115391
Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation
04.2019 - 04.2027
Director of Rehab Services
Select Medical Rehab/Encore/Aegies Therapies
07.2014 - 05.2019
Certified Member ASHA # 01099139 - Certificate of Clinical Competence
American Speech Language And Hearing Association
08.1994 - 04.2026
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Southwest Missouri State University
08.1991 - 05.1993
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Southwest Missouri State University
08.1985 - 05.1991