Sarah Orians Hedden
Memphis,TN
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
Simple Strokes Therapy Consultants
Southaven, MS
10.2021 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and treat children from birth to age 21 with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, feeding, oral motor and swallowing disorders, articulation and fluency impairments, receptive and expressive language disorders to determine eligibility for speech-language services.
- Utilized PLS-5, OWLS-2, SSI-4, REEL-3, GFTA-3, CELF-5 standardized assessments.
- Utilized Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices (LAMP words for life, GRID, Proloquo2Go, Avaz) PECS communication cards, and Switch-Adapted devices to aid in non-verbal communication.
Speech Language Pathologist- PRN
Methodist Le Bonheur Hospital
Germantown, TN
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Short-term acute inpatient/outpatient hospital setting
- Conducted bedside swallow screens and recommended appropriate diet consistencies
- Implemented therapeutic targeting speech, language, cognitive-communication, and dysphagia deficits in adult patients
- Delivered staff education and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and functional independence
Full time Office Assistant
The Cancer Kickers Non-Profit
Germantown, TN
09.2019 - 09.2020
- 501 c3 organization represented in 50 states and 6 counties that support children, educated to empowering children battling cancer through positive, soccer-based environment
- Reviewed, organized, and managed inventory to ensure accurate tracking and efficient distribution
- Coordinated email correspondence and managed social media platforms to enhance communication and outreach
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Audiology And Speech Pathology
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2019
High School Diploma -
Saint Agnes Academy
Memphis, TN05.2015
Skills
- Pediatric and adult therapy
- Speech and language developmental milestones
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Feeding and Swallowing disorders
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Patient education
Certifications and Licensure
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (M.A., CCC-SLP)
ASHA I.D.: 14294019
- Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, State of Tennessee
- Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, State of Mississippi
- CPR Certified, October 2021-Present
Clinical Education
Masonic Homes Kentucky Sam Swope Care Center – January-May 2022
Graduate Clinician
- Evaluated and treated a range of cognition, communication and swallow disorders in adult patients
- Conducted clinical bedside swallow examinations and comprehensive speech-language evaluations
- Interpreted Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) and Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluations of Swallowing (FEES) to identify underlying deficits and guide treatment planning
Klondike Elementary School: Louisville, KY – September-December 2021
Graduate Clinician
- Completed a school-based internship at an elementary setting, serving students from preschool through 5th grade
- Conducted screenings, evaluations, and provided treatment for students with speech and language needs
- Collaborated with teachers regarding referrals, Response to Intervention (RTI), and support for students receiving speech services
- Developed and contributed to Individualized Education Plans (IEPS)
- Utilized PLS-5, GFTA-3, OWLS-2, and CELF-5
Diagnostic Center- First Steps, Kentucky Early Intervention Services - September-December 2021
Graduate Clinician
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to evaluation children from infancy to age three with developmental delays and disabilities, contributing to early intervention determinations for speech-language services
EKU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic - August-May 2021
Graduate Clinician
- Completed telehealth speech-language services including screening, assessment, and intervention for school-aged students with articulation, language, fluency, and phonological disorders.
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist- PRN
Methodist Le Bonheur Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2025
Speech Language Pathologist
Simple Strokes Therapy Consultants
10.2021 - 09.2025
Full time Office Assistant
The Cancer Kickers Non-Profit
09.2019 - 09.2020
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science - Audiology And Speech Pathology
University of Tennessee
High School Diploma -
Saint Agnes Academy