Veronica "Gwyn" Buchanan
Avon Lake,OH
Summary
Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with proven expertise in language disorders intervention and pragmatic language therapy. Excelled at Elyria City Schools by enhancing communication skills through innovative treatments, significantly improving patient outcomes. Skilled in collaboration and time management. Compassionate professional skilled at delivering productive and efficient therapy sessions. Possess specialized abilities in speech sound disorders, language development, and alternative communication methods. Excel in active listening, empathy, and clear communication, ensuring successful outcomes for clients with diverse needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Elyria City Schools
Elyria, Ohio
08.2008 - Current
- Demonstrated knowledge of current evidence-based practice and trends in the field of Speech Language Pathology.
- Participated in IEP meetings with school districts to ensure students receive necessary services according to their needs.
- Administered speech and hearing evaluations to better understand patient speech conditions.
- Educated parents on strategies they can use at home to support their child's communication development.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop treatment strategies and goals for patients.
Speech and Language Pathologist
Mercy Health Lorain
Lorain, Ohio
08.2002 - 08.2008
- Developed treatment goals to improve communication abilities of patients with a variety of disorders.
- Monitored progress through periodic assessments and documented results in medical records.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate services between different providers.
- Advised parents on how to foster language development in young children at home.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech Language Pathology
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05-1995
Skills
- Time management abilities
- Pragmatic language therapy
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Language Disorders Intervention
- Speech and language evaluation
- Articulation therapy
- Documentation and reporting
Certification
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) July 1995
- Licensed through the Speech and Hearing Professionals Board July 1996
- Pupil Services License
Timeline
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Elyria City Schools
08.2008 - Current
Speech and Language Pathologist
Mercy Health Lorain
08.2002 - 08.2008
Master of Arts - Speech Language Pathology
Cleveland State University
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