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ASHA-CERTIFIED SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Professional Summary

Dedicated ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist with 18 years clinical experience in providing quality, family-centered assessment and intervention.  Proven ability to expand existing programs and broaden clinical scope of practice in a multidisciplinary setting.  Complementary strengths in mentoring and supervising graduate students in the field of speech-language pathology.

Skills
    • ASHA-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist
    • Skilled in assessment and intervention in pediatric and adult communication and swallowing disorders

  • Dedicated to timely and thorough completion of documentation
  • Focused on family-centered, quality care
  • Invested in teaching and mentoring future speech-language pathologists
Work History
Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental DisordersASHA-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist | 205 Portland Street | May 2013 - Current
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis and the therapeutic process for a variety of pediatric speech-language disorders.
  • Recorded detailed evaluation reports and progress notes in patient electronic medical records.
  • Actively supervised 20-plus graduate students each semester in diagnosis and intervention of pediatric speech-language disorders.
  • Collaborated with Communication and Science Disorders faculty from University of Missouri campus in developing and promoting meaningful opportunities for graduate students to partner with this community-based clinic.
  • Invited speaker for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy departments at the University of Missouri.
  • Communicated effectively with other care providers (therapists, psychologists, physicians, nurses, admissions, and business office) to provide for continuity of patient care.
  • Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers in comprehensive multidisciplinary team assessments.Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with other health care professionals, patients, and caregivers.
  • Consistently exceeded goals for number of patients seen each month.
Maternal & Child Health Bureau, Leadership and Education in Neurodevelopmental Disorders (LEND) GrantFaculty Advisor, Speech-Langugae Pathologist | Columbia, MO | August 2001 - Current
  • Served as core faculty member on MCH grant to train future healthcare professionals to provide family-centered, interdisciplinary care to families of children with special healthcare needs.
  • Mentored graduate students from variety of allied health professions. Participated in panel lecture on autism to group of 100+ parents and caregivers.
  • Participated in and supervised clinical evaluations of children with a variety of special healthcare needs through the TIPS for Kids clinic.
  • Faculty facilitator for Problem-Based Learning Modules.
Univeristy of Missouri Hospital and ClinicsASHA-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist | One Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO | August 2008 - May 2013
  • Provided assessment and treatment for adults and children from birth to adolescence with congenital and acquired speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
  • Performed modified barium swallow studies, clinical swallowing evaluations, and oral motor examinations to determine appropriate feeding and swallowing strategies to facilitate acquisition of oral feeding skills; established home exercise programs and school-based programs to effectively target oral motor and feeding skills across feeding environments.
  • Supervised and mentored individuals in their clinical fellowship year (CFY) and clinical outplacements; provided job shadowing opportunities for high school students.
  • Served as speech-language pathologist in multidisciplinary clinical settings in the Special Needs Clinic and in the High-Risk Infant clinic at the University of Missouri Women's and Children's Hospital.
Rusk Rehabilitation Center ASHA-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist | 315 Business Loop 70 W | July 1998 - January 2005
  • Monitored and documented progress of individuals on caseload via daily notes, monthly progress summaries, and periodic re-evaluations.  Submitted information to insurance for additional therapy visits (outpatient) or additional length of stay (inpatient).
  • Performed augmentative communication evaluations in conjunction with a certified occupational   therapist to determine candidacy for alternative forms of communication ranging from manual boards to sophisticated static and dynamic communication systems; provided training to parents, teachers, and other professionals in programming and implementing strategies to promote successful use of augmentative communication systems.
  • Participated in case-management meetings with physicians, teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, and dieticians.
  • Marketed new pediatric programs to area doctors, early childhood professionals, and case managers.
  • Supervised and mentored individuals in their clinical fellowship year (CFY) and clinical outplacements; provided job shadowing opportunities for high school students.
Education
Master of ScienceCommunication Science and DisordersUniversity of Missouri Columbia, MO
Bachelor of ScienceCommunication Science and DisordersUniversity of MissouriColumbia, MO
Certifications

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC)

Missouri Board of Healing Arts

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Maternal & Child Health Bureau, Leadership and Education in Neurodevelopmental Disorders (LEND) Grant
  • Univeristy of Missouri Hospital and Clinics
  • Rusk Rehabilitation Center

School Attended

  • University of Missouri

Job Titles Held:

  • ASHA-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Faculty Advisor, Speech-Langugae Pathologist

Degrees

  • Master of Science Communication Science and Disorders
    Bachelor of Science Communication Science and Disorders

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