Rosa M Oliveras-Gonzalez, MS, CCC-SLP
Mt. Dora,FL
Summary
Dedicated SLP offering more than 20 years of outpatient experience; a history of excellent ratings on performance reviews; bilingual fluency (Spanish/English); and solid credentials that include dual-state licensure (FL/PR), certified as Autism Specialist by the IBCCES, ASHA/CPR certifications and a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA approved program. Background includes work with pediatric/Early Intervention, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, as well as mentoring graduate SLP students in clinical practicum and peer couching. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Monthly productivity averages $60,000 plus.
Expertise includes case management, intervention planning and documentation. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities with methodical approach. Experience in management and administration, ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Certified in Early Intervention and Developmental Disorders and Autism Specialist.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Autism Specialist Certificate
1
1
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist State of Florida
1
1
Certified in Early Intervention and Developmental Disorders
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Memorial Healthcare System- South Broward Community Health
Hollywood, FL
07.2006 - Current
- Improves language and cognitive skills for patients by preventing/lessening disabilities related to congenital and neurological disorders, including, but not limited to autism, genetic disorders, and other cognitive and developmental disorders.
- Plans and administers treatments, modalities and therapeutic programs increasing language and speech skills, oral-motor programs, and feeding activities related to feeding aversion and sensory disorders.
- Interprets results and proposes intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Instructs patients to master language and articulation skills through variety of structured language activities, home program exercises and activities of daily living in coordination with their family and natural environment.
- Performs diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate speech-language, articulation oral-motor and feeding areas using standardized- tests and other assessment tools.
- Excels in ability to customize/adapt conventions to meet special needs of individual patients.
- Manages weekly caseload of 60+ outpatient patients with average monthly productivity of $60,000.00 plus.
- Provides comprehensive training in SLP techniques to family, medical and school personnel.
- Monitors and record patient progress in response to therapy.
- Contributes to team meetings and collaborates with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
- Collaborates closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Participates in special events to promote available resources including the American Heart Association Annual Run, Broward Count Special Needs Fair and Memorial Healthcare System Tour De Broward and other events organized by the institution.
Clinical Manager
Miami Children Hospital
Miami, FL
03.2002 - 07.2006
- Provided ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Selected, promoted and terminated staff members.
- Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
- Managed daily operations of 15-person clinic supporting approximately 200 patients per week.
- Maintained clinic's records and files, utilizing proper techniques to keep patient data confidential.
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for clinical and office staff.
- Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
- Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
- Monitored all phone calls and scheduled appointments.
- Managed 15 employees with various personalities and from different cultures for Outpatient Rehab Facility.
- Communicated with patients, asked appropriate questions and employed active listening to determine best care.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Early Intervention And Developmental Disabilities
University of Puerto Rico, Public Health School
San Juan, PR05.1997
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus
San Juan, PR06.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education in Sciences
University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, PR06.1984
Skills
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders and others Genetic/Neurological Disorders
- Assistive Technology
- Language and Cognitive Disorders
- Treatment Plan Development
- Caseload Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Diagnostic Evaluations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Management and Supervisory Skills
- Proficient in EPIC Electronic Medical Records
- Bilingual in English/Spanish
- Excellent team player
- Flexible and Dependable
- Registered Speech Pathologist in Florida
Accomplishments
- Earned "Patient First Award" in 2014
- Earned "Memorial Angel Award" in 2012 in recognition for outstanding services in working with patients and families.
- Consistently recognized by peers for outstanding achievement in working with children with disabilities.
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Leaded the implementation of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association National Outcomes Measurement System with team of 10 therapists as part of the facility performance improvement measures.
- Proficient skills in EPIC information system (Electronic medical records).
- CPR Certified
- ASHA Certified #12081362
- Healthcare Interpreter Competencies
Affiliations
- American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA), Member #12081362
- Organizacion Puertorriquena de Patologos del Habla, Audiologos y Terapistas (OPPHLA), past member (Puerto Rican Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Organization).
Certification
- Certified Autism Specialist IBCCES CAS173534
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Memorial Healthcare System- South Broward Community Health
07.2006 - Current
Clinical Manager
Miami Children Hospital
03.2002 - 07.2006
Postgraduate Certificate - Early Intervention And Developmental Disabilities
University of Puerto Rico, Public Health School
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education in Sciences
University of Puerto Rico
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