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Monica Harmon

Canton

Summary

Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience in skilled nursing facilities, hospital rehabilitation units, pediatric speech and language therapy, and outpatient therapy services. A reliable communicator and team player, I excel in developing tailored treatment plans that enhance patient outcomes, fostering collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Speech Language Pathologist

Focus Therapy Services, LLC
05.2023 - Current

Owner and Speech-Language Pathologist. Specializing in pediatric speech and language therapy, adult neurocognitive disorders, and dyslexia.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Swallow and Speech Solutions
05.2023 - 06.2025

Subcontracted and provided speech and language therapy in a variety of settings including: preschools, daycare, in-home, and teletherapy.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Akron Children's Hospital
05.2019 - 05.2023
  • Conducted comprehensive speech and language assessments for pediatric patients.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans addressing diverse communication disorders.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic care strategies.
  • Educated families on communication development and effective strategies for support.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting therapies based on performance and feedback.
  • Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Community Speech Services
08.2015 - 05.2019
  • Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
  • Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
  • Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each patient, leading to improved outcomes over time.
  • Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of patients'' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
  • Effectively managed caseloads within a variety of settings including schools, private practice, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities.
  • Developed resource materials for parents to continue speech therapy practices at home, enhancing progress.
  • Tailored speech therapy techniques to adults recovering from strokes, significantly improving their communication abilities.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by establishing supportive and encouraging therapy environment.
  • Conducted swallowing therapy with patients experiencing dysphagia, improving their ability to eat and reducing risk of aspiration.

Education

Speech-Language Pathology

Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2011

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2010

Skills

  • Very flexible and “go with the flow”
  • Fast learner with attention to detail
  • Reliable and effective communicator
  • A team player

Timeline

Owner/Speech Language Pathologist

Focus Therapy Services, LLC
05.2023 - Current

Speech-Language Pathologist

Swallow and Speech Solutions
05.2023 - 06.2025

Speech-Language Pathologist

Akron Children's Hospital
05.2019 - 05.2023

Speech-Language Pathologist

Community Speech Services
08.2015 - 05.2019

Speech-Language Pathology

Duquesne University

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Duquesne University