Shellie C. May
Fort White
Summary
Highly organized Speech-Language Pathologist with a focus on patient-centered care. Known for strong reliability and the ability to adapt therapy techniques based on ongoing evaluations, ensuring effective communication support for clients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech Therapy Options
Live Oak, FL
09.2020 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify speech and language disorders in diverse populations.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and facilitate effective communication strategies.
- Provided training and guidance to caregivers on supporting speech development at home.
- Monitored progress through regular evaluations, adjusting therapy techniques as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Utilized advanced technology tools for assessment and therapy, improving engagement and effectiveness of sessions.
- Advocated for clients' needs within educational settings to ensure access to appropriate resources and services.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Lake Butler Hospital
Lake Butler, FL
04.2012 - Current
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patients'' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate and timely records for all patients.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Surrey Place Rehabilitation
Live Oak, FL
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify speech and language disorders.
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance communication skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and outcomes.
- Evaluated progress using standardized measures, adjusting therapy as necessary for effectiveness.
- Advocated for patient access to services, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of cognitive-linguistic skills, enabling targeted treatments and measurable progress tracking.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and treatment planning.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
Lake City, FL
03.2006 - 08.2020
- Led workshops for staff on evidence-based practices in speech-language therapy interventions.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Provided professional development opportunities for colleagues by organizing workshops on current trends in speech-language pathology practices.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality care and maintaining open lines of communication with families regarding progress updates.
- Served as a mentor for new Speech-Language Pathologists, providing guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Facilitated parent education sessions on topics related to early intervention strategies for speech and language delays in young children.
- Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
- Improved patient outcomes with tailored therapy sessions focusing on articulation, fluency, and voice disorders.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders for personalized treatment planning.
- Tailored speech therapy techniques to adults recovering from strokes, significantly improving their communication abilities.
- Educated patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and avoid personal misunderstandings.
Education
Master of Science - Communications Disorders
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05-1997
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA08-1995
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Patience and tolerance
- Therapeutic techniques
- Aphasia treatment
- Speech sound disorders
- Language evaluation
- Pragmatic language
- Early intervention
- Speech assessment
- Motor speech disorders
- Cognitive-communication therapy
- Progress monitoring
- Phonological awareness
- Continuing education
- Family education
- Oral motor skills
- Receptive language
- Voice rehabilitation
- Language delays
- Dysarthria management
- Swallowing disorders
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
Affiliations
ASHA
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech Therapy Options
09.2020 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Surrey Place Rehabilitation
09.2020 - 05.2024
Speech-Language Pathologist
Lake Butler Hospital
04.2012 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
03.2006 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Communications Disorders
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Valdosta State University