Dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist with expertise in treatment planning, documentation accuracy, communication, cognition/dementia care and dysphagia management. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and collaborative care coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist/Director of Rehab Services
Preferred Therapy Solutions
Bangor
11.2019 - Current
Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Developed individualized treatment plans based on client needs and goals.
Implemented therapeutic techniques to improve communication skills effectively.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
Conducted regular evaluations to monitor client progress and adjust interventions.
Maintained accurate documentation of client assessments and treatment outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop treatment strategies and goals for patients.
Maintained detailed records of client visits including notes about session activities, interventions used.
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.
Utilized technology such as iPads or computer software programs during therapy sessions when appropriate.
Created individualized home programs for families to carryover learned skills between therapy sessions.
Coordinated with medical professionals regarding care plans for medically complex patients.
Developed individualized plans for patients to address impairments in communication, swallowing, and cognitive-communication skills.
Assessed patient's language and speech production abilities including articulation, fluency, voice quality, and pragmatics.
Analyzed patient progress and adjusted treatment strategies as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Maine
Orono, ME
05-2018
Skills
Treatment planning
Communicative assessment
Dysphagia management
Evidence-based practice
Documentation accuracy
Patient care coordination
AAC Devices Proficiency
Oral Motor Skills Therapy
Voice Disorders Rehabilitation
Aphasia Rehabilitation
Neurogenic Communication Disorders Management
Dementia Communication Strategies
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist/Director of Rehab Services
Preferred Therapy Solutions
11.2019 - Current
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders