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Olivia Lust

Bangor

Summary

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

University of Maine
Olivia Lust