Tiffany Fontana
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Ambitious Graduate Clinician in Communication Science and Disorders with exceptional talents in providing supervised evaluation and treatment services. Experience engaging clients to develop integrated treatment plans and identifying supportive services to meet goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Student Clinician: ECCO Team
Florida State University Speech And Hearing Clinic
Tallahassee, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Provided Speech and Language therapy using evidence-based intervention methods for adults and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities.
- Participate in conducting Speech and Language diagnostic assessments to establish formal scoring on assessments.
Graduate Student Clinician: LISTEN Team
Florida State University Speech And Hearing Clinic
Tallahassee, FL
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Documented evaluations, treatment plan information and progress notes to maintain updated client records.
- Provided speech and language therapy to pediatric clients with hearing loss using an Auditory Verbal Therapy approach.
- Participated in conducting formal and informal Speech and Language diagnostic assessments.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Exceptional Speech Therapy
Miami, Florida
10.2020 - Current
- Implemented and adhered to therapeutic treatment plans and protocols in recommended setting to optimize patient response.
- Managed a caseload of various clients ranging from early intervention to school-age children.
- Educated patient, family and community about speech-improvement to facilitate home-care therapy.
- Supported, identified and celebrated developmental milestones to enhance relationship with patient.
- Maintained clean and safe work area and adhered to safety standards to provide nurturing environment for patients to thrive.
- Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
Preschool Teacher
My First Place Preschool
Miami, FL
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Medical Assistant
Pediatric Professional Associates
Miami, FL
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Science And Disorders
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL2023
Graduate Certificate - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2019
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05.2018
Skills
- Documentation
- Skilled in patient relations
- Team collaboration
- Speech and language screening
- Trained in diagnostics and prognostics
- Pediatrics knowledge
Honors & Awards
- National Student Speech Language Hearing Association of Florida International University (2020)
- Golden Key Honors Society (2019-2020)
- Tau Sigma Honors Society (2019)
- Dean's list (Fall 2018-Fall 2019)
Research Studies
Muñoz, M. T. H., 2020. Escobar, E., Fontana, T., Calvin, J., Padrino, G., & Patino, A. Language development of phonemic, morphological, and syntax skills. A systematic review. (In progress).
Certification
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Effective: 08/30/2020
First-Aid and CPR Certified
Effective: January 2020
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer at St.Therese's Roses of Hope (2020) Miami, FL
- Observe teletherapy sessions.
- Write SOAP notes.
- Conduct research.
Volunteer at the Arc of South Florida (2019) Miami, FL
- Assist special needs educators during classroom time.
- Observe Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists.
Research Assistant: Child Anxiety and Phobia Program (2018-2019) Miami, FL
- Assist Graduate students in exposure therapy.
- Assist with clerical duties.
- Provide phone screenings for potential patients.
Nicklaus Children's Hospital Volunteer (2017-2019) Miami, FL
- Volunteer as a "bedside buddy" in various hospital wings (ex. Oncology, Neurology, ICU).
- Provide children with activities.
Certifications
BLS Certified Provider:
Effective: November 2021
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Graduate Student Clinician: ECCO Team
Florida State University Speech And Hearing Clinic
01.2022 - Current
Graduate Student Clinician: LISTEN Team
Florida State University Speech And Hearing Clinic
08.2021 - 12.2022
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Exceptional Speech Therapy
10.2020 - Current
Preschool Teacher
My First Place Preschool
01.2020 - 05.2020
Medical Assistant
Pediatric Professional Associates
01.2018 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Communication Science And Disorders
Florida State University
Graduate Certificate - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Miami Dade College
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Effective: 08/30/2020
First-Aid and CPR Certified
Effective: January 2020
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