Natalie M. Hensley
Saint Clair Shores
Summary
Experienced speech language therapist with four years of experience diagnosing and treating adults and children. Utilize evidence-based, patient-centered practices to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Therapist
McLaren Macomb Rehabilitation Services
09.2021 - Current
- Assess, diagnose, and treat adults with dysphagia, cognitive communicative deficits, voice disorders, aphasia, dysarthria, fluency, and social communication disorders.
- Assess, diagnose, and treat children with speech sound disorders, language delays, and Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Administer a variety of diagnostic tests including the Ross Information Processing Assessment, Examining for Aphasia, Preschool Language Scales, and Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, ensuring a comfortable and trusting environment during sessions.
- Design and carry out individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Assist receptionist with scheduling patients appointments and answering phone calls.
Assistant to the Athletic Director
Parkway Christian School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Facilitated smooth game-day operations by managing event ticket sales procedures and facility maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in the organizing and execution of athletic events
- Supported the Athletic Director in various daily tasks, allowing them to effectively balance their workload and focus on strategic initiatives.
- Assisted in organizing the athletic schedules to accommodate multiple teams.
Beaumont Center for Children’s Rehabilitation and Language Disorders
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric clients in individual treatment sessions and a preschool setting with speech and language impairments.
- Collaborate with the teacher to implement relevant language activities during preschool class.
- Record daily notes and plans of care detailing progress and evaluation findings.
Speech Therapist
Martin Luther King Academy
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Assess, diagnose, and treat students with articulation, literacy, and language goals in Early Childhood Special Education and general education settings.
- Implement treatment virtually and in-person settings. Design and conduct group language activities for preschool virtual sessions.
- Participate in and lead team meetings for Individualized Education Plans.
- Record daily notes, progress reports, and Individualized Education Plans detailing appropriate goals and progress.
- Implement Picture Exchanged Communication, Child-Directed Play, and Focused Stimulation.
Speech Therapist
Mary Free Bed Subacute Rehabilitation
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Assess, diagnose, and treat adult clients with dysphagia, cognitive impairments, and dysarthria.
- Administer the Cognitive Linguistic Quick Test, Montreal Cognitive Assessment, and Test of Everyday Attention.
- Participate in patient care conferences and collaborate with other disciplines for patient treatment.
- Implement spaced retrieval, internal and external memory strategies, and dysphagia maneuvers, including Masako maneuver, effortful swallow technique, and chin tuck.
Education
M.A. - Speech-Language Pathology
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI08.2021
B.A. - Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI05.2020
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Building Rapport
- Proficient in Cerner and ReDoc
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Certification
CPR & AED Certification
Timeline
Speech Therapist
McLaren Macomb Rehabilitation Services
09.2021 - Current
Assistant to the Athletic Director
Parkway Christian School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Beaumont Center for Children’s Rehabilitation and Language Disorders
05.2021 - 07.2021
Speech Therapist
Martin Luther King Academy
02.2021 - 04.2021
Speech Therapist
Mary Free Bed Subacute Rehabilitation
09.2020 - 12.2020
B.A. - Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Calvin University
M.A. - Speech-Language Pathology
Calvin University
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- Caregiver / Lifelong Advocacy
- Head Desk Receptionist / Calvin University
- Food Services / Chipotle and IHOP
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