Sapthami Patel Hebbal Raju
Norristown
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Independent Contractor
04.2024 - Current
- As a Pediatric Speech-Language pathologist, I specialize in planning IEPs, SETT, AAC, documentation and report writing, assessing and treating language and communication disorders in children of all ages, and specializing in 3-5 ages
- I have gained valuable experience by working in various clinicals
- Conducted therapy sessions, fostering a supportive and encouraging environment to promote progress in communication skills
- Developed trusted relationships with families and caregivers to provide guidance and support in promoting communication skills, adapting technical information to ensure understanding
- Organized and participated in team meetings to review student progress, adjust goals, advocate for student needs, and ensure a comprehensive approach to education
- Provide speech and language therapy and evaluations for children and adults ages 0-21 with a variety of diagnoses including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), expressive language disorders, feeding disorders, phonological disorders, motor speech disorders, language disorders, and articulation disorders.
Clinical Fellow Speech-Language Pathologist
Pediatric Therapeutic Services
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted assessments and provided therapy for clients with speech and language disorders in a clinical setting under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to optimize client outcomes and ensure coordinated care to develop and implement individualized education plan (IEP), Student, Environment, Task, and Tools (SETT) meetings for students ensuring appropriate support within IDEA, and IFSP regulations
- Documented client progress, maintained accurate records, and communicated with families and caregivers regarding treatment goals and strategies
- Employed innovative and adaptive communication strategies, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems, to facilitate effective communication for students with complex needs
- Engaged in ongoing professional development activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge in the field of speech-language pathology.
Clinical fellow Speech-Language
Kaledioscope Education Solution
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Upon my relocation from India to the USA, I was Unemployed & determining professional path 2022-2023
Senior Speech-Language Pathologist
Ruthu Speech And Hearing Center
12.2020 - 03.2022
- Administered and evaluated speech and language tests and Voice tests to diagnose and plan treatment for language, fluency, voice, and dysphagia
- Assessed and treated patients with cerebrovascular accident, aphasia, and dysarthria
- Provided counseling and education to patients, parents, and caregivers regarding language, feeding, and sensory disorders to support and facilitate communication techniques and strategies
- Provided articulation, language, swallowing, and functional communication screenings, assessments, and treatment to a diverse population of all ages.
Senior Speech-Language Pathologist
First Word Speech Language Therapy Clinic
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Developed individual and group activities in the school setting to deal with behavior, speech, language, and swallowing problems
- Wrote reports and maintained proper documentation on the initial evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge of clients
- Informally and formally assessed children ages 18 months to 7 years on the autism spectrum (High functioning & Low functioning kids) using a variety of protocols – create individual intervention and create Low-aid AAC-if required.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Nireekshe Special Children School- Learning Day Care Activity Centre
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Provided speech and language treatment for students ranging from ages 3-15 with multiple disabilities (intellectual disability, autism, receptive and expressive language deficits, articulation, fluency and childhood apraxia of speech, learning disability)
- Provided individual & group therapy sessions in pull-out & push-in service delivery models
- Developed appropriate treatment goals based on assessment findings and observations.
Education
Masters in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology -
BENGALURU CITY UNIVERSITY
Karnataka, India04.2022
Bachelors in Speech and Hearing Sciences -
UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE
Karnataka, India04.2016
Skills
- Case management
- Mindfulness therapy
- Language therapy
- Voice therapy
- Fluency therapy
- Motor Speech therapy
- Articulation therapy
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Organizing and collaborating events
Accomplishments
Best Speech Therapist Award - April 2019, Samvaad Institute of Speech and Hearing
Personal Information
Title: Speech-Language Pathologist
Publications
- Effects of phototherapy on outer hair cell function in infants with hyperbilirubinemia, Journal Of Indian Speech And Hearing Association, 12/01/18
- Awareness of ASLPs on effects of phototherapy on Outer Haircell functioning in Hyperbilirubinemia, Unknown, 09/01/18
- Scientific Poster Presentation at Indian Speech and Hearing Association , Bengaluru Chapter, Unknown, 09/01/18
- Forensic speech science: A Study on area of speech science with special reference to kerala, Unknown, 09/01/18
- Hoarseness of voice: A retrospective study of 855 cases, Unknown, 09/01/18
- Scientific Poster Presentation at Indian Speech and Hearing Association , Bengaluru Chapter, Unknown, 02/01/14
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Independent Contractor
04.2024 - Current
Clinical Fellow Speech-Language Pathologist
Pediatric Therapeutic Services
05.2023 - 03.2024
Clinical fellow Speech-Language
Kaledioscope Education Solution
03.2023 - 03.2023
Senior Speech-Language Pathologist
Ruthu Speech And Hearing Center
12.2020 - 03.2022
Senior Speech-Language Pathologist
First Word Speech Language Therapy Clinic
07.2016 - 08.2018
Speech-Language Pathologist
Nireekshe Special Children School- Learning Day Care Activity Centre
06.2015 - 06.2016
Masters in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology -
BENGALURU CITY UNIVERSITY
Bachelors in Speech and Hearing Sciences -
UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE