Results-oriented Speech-Language Pathologist with strong expertise in cognitive-communication therapy and family education. Committed to improving patient quality of life through innovative therapeutic strategies and effective collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Pinnacle Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Price, UT
08.2025 - Current
Established in-person speech program at rural skilled nursing facility with large caseload variety including aphasia, acquired apraxia, right hemisphere disorder, voice disorders, dementia, dysphagia and cognitive communication deficits.
Initiated dementia carestaff training program to improve communication effectiveness utilizing personalized reminiscence intervention
Collaborated with dietary, nursing, activities, and therapy teams to coordinate and ensure integrated care biweekly
Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients' swallowing, cognitive communication, speech, voice, and language abilities.
Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment results and client needs.
Implemented therapeutic interventions to enhance patient participation, safety, and cognitive communication function.
Enhanced patient quality of life by working closely with families to develop at-home strategies for continued progress outside of therapy sessions
Utilized assistive technology tools to support communication for patients with severe impairments.
Designed engaging group therapy activities that fostered peer interaction and enhanced social communication skills among participants.
Certified Speech Language Pathologist at Madison Paige Speech & Language Therapy, INC.Certified Speech Language Pathologist at Madison Paige Speech & Language Therapy, INC.