Shelby Thomas
Houston
Summary
Dedicated Speech Language Pathologist with six years of experience in acute rehab. Specializes in cognitive therapy, dysphagia treatment, and interdisciplinary collaboration, including working closely with radiologists. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective goal-setting and comprehensive discharge planning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
Lifepoint Health McNair Baylor St. Lukes
Houston
03.2025 - Current
- Performed assessments for patients with cognitive and swallowing disorders to inform treatment plans.
- Collaborated with radiologists to interpret MBSS results, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective interventions.
- Organized and completed auditing checklists for Medicare documentation.
- Executed follow-up calls to previous patients to gather feedback on rehabilitation experiences, enhancing future care strategies.
Speech Language Pathologist
Post Acute Medical North
Webster
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Administered targeted treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients with cognitive deficits, dysphagia, and voice disorders, improving patient communication and swallowing abilities.
- Collected and organized stroke program data for Joint Commission compliance, contributing to quality assurance and program accreditation.
- Mentored one student during summer 2024 at TWU, fostering professional development and practical skills in speech-language pathology.
Speech Language Pathologist
Autumn Oak Speech, Voice, & Hearing
Friendswood
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Established age-appropriate communication goals to support individual growth and development.
- Engaged patients and families in collaborative goal-setting for therapy and discharge planning.
- Delivered treatment to children, adolescents, and adults in articulation, language, and swallowing areas.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathologist
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05-2020
Bachelors of Science - Communication Science and Disorders
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05-2018
Skills
- Swallowing assessments
- Therapeutic techniques
- Assessment techniques
- Patient education
- Insurance compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Epic and WellSky EMR
- Data analysis
- Time management
Certification
- ASHA member, 12/31/27
- NMES/ VitalSTIM Provider, 07/31/27
- TDLR License Holder, 116881
Languages
American Sign Language, 2 semesters in undergrad
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
Lifepoint Health McNair Baylor St. Lukes
03.2025 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
Post Acute Medical North
04.2022 - 02.2025
Speech Language Pathologist
Autumn Oak Speech, Voice, & Hearing
07.2020 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathologist
Lamar University
Bachelors of Science - Communication Science and Disorders
Stephen F. Austin State University