Vanessa Matallana
League City,TX
Summary
Dynamic Speech Language Pathologist with 21 years of experience and solid reputation for organization, compassion and attention to detail. Always enthusiastic to take on new cases and support patients' speech and communication goals through creative and effective treatment planning. Highly personable and productive clinical professional.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech and Language Pathologist
RiverKids Pediatric Homehealth
07.2015 - Current
- Developed innovative therapy exercises that effectively targeted patients'' specific areas of difficulty and helped them achieve their goals more efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify speech, language, and communication challenges, leading to targeted intervention strategies.
- Monitored patient progress throughout treatment and adjusted therapy plans accordingly to maximize results.
- Adapted speech therapy techniques to virtual platforms, ensuring continuity of care during remote learning periods.
- Provided early intervention services to young children, resulting in improved speech and language development.
- Enhanced children's communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to each child's specific needs.
- Improved patient articulation and phonological awareness with introduction of innovative therapy techniques.
- Served as a liaison between patients, their families, and insurance providers to ensure coverage for necessary treatments.
- Improved patient speech clarity and fluency with customized exercises and repetitive practice sessions.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Therapy 2000
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality care and maintaining open lines of communication with families regarding progress updates.
- Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Increased patient engagement in therapy through integration of technology and interactive activities.
- Improved patient outcomes with tailored therapy sessions focusing on articulation, fluency, and language disorders.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Deer Park ISD
01.2003 - 06.2013
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- 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.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide communication strategies by providing expert consultation to administrators and teachers.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering social skills and peer interaction among children with similar communication challenges.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate and timely records for all patients.
- Developed resource materials for parents to continue speech therapy practices at home, enhancing progress.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support children's speech and language development in academic and home settings.
- Enhanced children's communication skills by developing and implementing individualized education plans.
- Built solid understanding of individual patients issues through analysis of speech and hearing evaluations.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2002
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05-2000
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Articulation therapy
- Language evaluation
- Early intervention services
- Phonological awareness
- Auditory processing support
- Speech sound disorders
- Assessments
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Reliability
- Professionalism
Timeline
Speech and Language Pathologist
RiverKids Pediatric Homehealth
07.2015 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Therapy 2000
08.2013 - 06.2015
Speech-Language Pathologist
Deer Park ISD
01.2003 - 06.2013
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Stephen F. Austin State University
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