Toy McLaurin
Canton,MS
Summary
Flexible professional with passion for assisting patients in pursuit of improved communication. Advanced interpersonal skills with several years of experience in developing individualized plans to meet patients' needs. Highly organized, detail-oriented and productive professional.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted bedside swallow evaluations and implemented targeted diet modifications for post-stroke, post-surgical, and intubated patients, significantly reducing aspiration risks and enhancing patient safety.
- Collaborated with dietitians, nurses, and a multidisciplinary team to develop feeding strategies and assess speaking valve tolerance, contributing to a 20% reduction in feeding-related complications and improved patient outcomes.
- Delivered training to 50+ patients, families, and staff on the safe use of Passy-Muir and similar speaking valves, boosting communication, secretion management, and patient quality of life.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rankin County School District
Brandon, MS
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated screenings for 100+ school-aged children and provided targeted therapy, resulting in improved developmental outcomes.
- Led and participated in the MET process; enhanced team collaboration and optimized project delivery.
- Designed and implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), improving student performance and communicating actionable insights to 20+ teachers and parents to support student success.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Healing Hands Rehab
Madison, MS
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted 100+ language and articulation assessments for children aged 3 months to 18 years, identifying developmental needs and guiding individualized treatment plans.
- Delivered targeted therapy to 20+ clients across clinical and educational settings, leading to measurable improvements in communication skills and developmental milestones.
- Supported communication development for medically complex infants and toddlers, enhancing interactive abilities and emotional expression through early intervention strategies.
Graduate Clinical Experience
SMART Therapy LLC.
Canton, MS
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Collaborated on an interdisciplinary team to conduct evidence-based speech and language evaluations
- Developed weekly treatment plans for pediatric clients with diverse disorders and syndromes.
Graduate Clinical Experience
Brookdale of Clinton-Assisted Living Facility
Clinton, MS
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented evidence-based interventions for over 30 clients, leading to improvement in communication skills.
Graduate Clinical Experience
Central Mississippi Speech-Language Hearing Clinic
Jackson, MS
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Led a multidisciplinary team to conduct 50+ speech evaluations, enhancing communication skills for pediatric patients.
- Developed and implemented weekly treatment plans to the pediatric population with various speech & language disorders and syndromes.
Graduate Clinical Experience
Hazlehurst School District
Hazlehurst, MS
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Delivered comprehensive screenings and therapy services to 50+ school-aged children, enhancing their learning outcomes.
- Successfully developed and implemented over 30 Individualized Education Programs, enhancing student outcomes.
- Facilitated communication with teachers and parents, enhancing understanding of students' IEPs, leading to improvement in performance outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Communicative Sciences and Disorders
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05.2021
Skills
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Interpersonal skills
- Evidence-based interventions
- Client relationship management
Certification
- Mississippi Department of Education Licensure, #409588, July 1, 2023
- Mississippi State Department of Health Licensure, S-5179, March 29, 2024
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment Administration Certification, July 2022
- BLS/CPR Certification- American Heart Association, July 2021
- Phi Theta Kappa, May 2018
Extracurricular Activities
Former Member of National Student Speech Language & Hearing Assoc., August 2019
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
University of Mississippi Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Healing Hands Rehab
02.2024 - 02.2025
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rankin County School District
08.2023 - Current
Graduate Clinical Experience
SMART Therapy LLC.
01.2023 - 04.2023
Graduate Clinical Experience
Brookdale of Clinton-Assisted Living Facility
08.2022 - 12.2022
Graduate Clinical Experience
Central Mississippi Speech-Language Hearing Clinic
01.2022 - 07.2022
Graduate Clinical Experience
Hazlehurst School District
09.2021 - 11.2021
Master of Science - Communicative Sciences and Disorders
Jackson State University
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders
Jackson State University
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