Sean Anay Lawhorn
Big Spring,TX
Summary
Compassionate, detail‑oriented Speech‑Language Pathologist with 21+ years of progressive clinical experience across Acute, Post‑Acute, Outpatient, Home Health, School, and VA settings. Expertise in TBI, Cognitive and Language assessment, Dysphagia Evaluation and MBSS interpretation, AAC selection and training, and implementation of evidence‑based cognition and auditory rehabilitation modules. Strong record of accurate, timely documentation, interdisciplinary coordination, student supervision, staff training, and safe patient handling and behavior de‑escalation. Proven ability to design measurable treatment plans and adapt services across clinic, residential, and community environments. Additionally, I have completed specialized course training and actively preparing for certification as a Brain Injury Specialist.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Speech-Language Pathologist
Veterans Health Administration VHA
Big Spring, TX
06.2020 - Current
- Evaluate and treat veterans across clinic, Domiciliary, Community Living Center, and telemedicine settings for TBI, Cognition, Language, Voice, Dysarthria, Apraxia, Dysfluency, and Dysphagia.
- Conduct clinical and instrumental swallowing evaluations; order and interpret video‑fluoroscopic swallow studies (MBSS) and write related medical orders (NPO, diet modifications, aspiration precautions).
- Administer and interpret standardized cognitive and language assessments; integrate results into individualized long‑ and short‑term goals and measurable treatment plans.
- Implement evidence‑based modules and techniques including attention and cognition modules, auditory rehabilitation strategies, orientation, and compensatory swallowing strategies.
- Select and manage AAC systems and communication boards; train patients, families, and staff on device use and carryover.
- Provide daily charting, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and monthly conference reports; maintain high accuracy and timeliness in documentation.
- Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and coordinate referrals to audiology, ENT, Neurology, Nutrition, and Prosthetic Services as indicated.
- Supervise and mentor student clinicians and contingent staff; lead in‑service trainings on aspiration precautions, safe feeding, and behavior management.
- Assessed and diagnosed communication disorders in veterans using standardized evaluation tools.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address speech, language, and swallowing needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and rehabilitation outcomes.
Speech-Language Pathologist (Contingent)
Encompass Home Health and Hospice
Carlsbad, NM
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Performed home‑based evaluations and treatment for adults with TBI, CVA, Progressive Neurologic Disorders, Aphasia, Dysarthria, Dysphagia, and Dementia.
- Developed plans of care, performed clinical swallow evaluations with diet recommendations, and coordinated caregiver training and aftercare programs.
- Maintained accurate documentation for insurance and clinical continuity.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech and language disorders.
Speech‑Language Pathologist (Travel)
Aureus Medical Group Allied Health Division — SNF Assignments
Various Locations NM
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered short‑term rehabilitation services in skilled nursing facilities; completed evaluations, treatment, and discharge planning in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify communication disorders and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to implement effective speech therapy interventions for diverse patient populations.
Speech‑Language Pathologist
Rehoboth Medical Christian Health Care
Gallup, NM
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Managed outpatient and acute inpatient rehabilitation caseloads; performed evaluations and evidence‑based interventions for adult and geriatric populations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify speech and language disorders in diverse patient populations.
- Developed personalized treatment plans addressing individual communication needs and goals.
Speech‑Language Pathologist
Gallup Indian Medical Center
Gallup, NM
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Provided outpatient and inpatient SLP services; collaborated with medical teams to support complex medical and rehabilitative needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and support holistic health approaches.
- Implemented evidence-based therapy techniques to enhance patient outcomes and engagement.
Speech‑Language Pathologist (School‑Based)
Detroit Public Schools
Detroit, MI
08.2004 - 08.2016
- Conducted K–12 evaluations, developed and implemented IEPs, provided individual and group therapy, and participated in multidisciplinary student planning.
- Maintained student records and Medicaid billing; provided parent and staff education and in‑service training.
- Developed and implemented personalized intervention plans for diverse student populations.
- Conducted individualized assessments to identify students' speech and language needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI2004
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI2004
Skills
- Cognitive Rehabilitation; Dysphagia Evaluation and MBSS Interpretation; AAC Assessment and Implementation; Standardized Testing; Treatment Plan Development; Attention and Auditory Rehabilitation; FEES; Neurofeedback, Interdisciplinary Collaboration; Patient Safety and Behavior Management; Clinical Documentation; Student Supervision; Tele-practice
- Standardized Tests: Woodcock‑Johnson Tests of Cognitive Abilities; Boston Diagnostic Aphasia Examination; Assessment Program; Quick Linguistic Cognition Test (QLCT)CELF; GFTA; other language and cognition measures
- Swallowing: Clinical Swallow Evaluation; MBSS/video‑fluoroscopy interpretation; diet modification and NPO orders; aspiration precaution protocols
Core Competencies
- Therapy Tools: Cognition Module; Attention Module; Auditory Rehabilitation Module; AAC devices and apps
- Systems: EHR documentation; MiSTAR; Tele-practice platforms
- Safety and Physical Skills: Behavior de‑escalation techniques; recognition of precursors to challenging behaviors
Certification
- Certificate of Clinical Competence CCC‑SLP ASHA
- State Licenses: New Mexico & Texas
- Additional Training: MBSS interpretation; clinical swallow evaluation; AAC device training; behavior management and safe‑handling training.
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- LSVT
- SPEAK OUT!
- FEES Trained
- Neurofeedback trained
Timeline
Senior Speech-Language Pathologist
Veterans Health Administration VHA
06.2020 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist (Contingent)
Encompass Home Health and Hospice
10.2018 - 06.2020
Speech‑Language Pathologist (Travel)
Aureus Medical Group Allied Health Division — SNF Assignments
06.2018 - 01.2019
Speech‑Language Pathologist
Rehoboth Medical Christian Health Care
04.2017 - 09.2017
Speech‑Language Pathologist
Gallup Indian Medical Center
09.2016 - 09.2017
Speech‑Language Pathologist (School‑Based)
Detroit Public Schools
08.2004 - 08.2016
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Wayne State University