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Jessica Claire
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Summary

Accomplished and certified Speech Language Pathologist with Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). Extensive work with swallowing, cognitive and communication disorders. Successful at cultivating productive relationships with diverse patients. Uses established tools to diagnose issues and implement effective treatment plans.

Skills
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Active Listening
  • Communication Strategies
  • Caseload Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Interdepartmental Collaboration
  • Filing and Recordkeeping
  • Articulate Communication
  • Caring and Empathetic
  • Verbal and Written Communication
Experience
Speech-Language Pathologist, 12/2017 - Current
Ascension (System Office) Opp, AL,
  • Consulted patients, family members and guardians to discuss diagnosis, offer information and answer questions.
  • Created and filed reports and patient records information to record evaluations, session notes, progress and insurance documentation.
  • Worked closely with medical professionals to accurately determine diagnoses such as speech, language, oral pharyngeal function and cognitive disorders.
  • Reviewed results from swallow videofluoroscopy and modified barium swallow tests along with associated notes to treat patient swallowing difficulties.
  • Initiated personalized treatment plans for patients.
  • Assessed patients to identify and understand individual symptoms and needs.
  • Administered treatment to rehabilitate and enhance patients' quality of life.
  • Counseled patients and parents or caregivers on management of communication disabilities.
  • Fostered least restrictive environment (LRE) while implementing therapy.
  • Relayed patient information to physicians and various interdisciplinary professionals.
  • Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments to treatment.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated speech and swallowing related disorders.
  • Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
  • Educated patients and caregivers in exercises to improve speech, as well as alternative communication methods such as sign language.
  • Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw and breathing mechanisms.
  • Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
Speech-Language Pathologist, 08/2018 - 05/2019
Centers For Specialty Care Group Middle Village, NY,
  • Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families.
  • Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
  • Performed and documented initial exams and determined appropriate diagnoses.
  • Devised individualized treatment plans by marrying field knowledge and unique patient requirements.
  • Counseled and made recommendations to patients, caregivers and families about communicative strategies and devices.
Speech-Language Pathologist, 06/2011 - 09/2018
Centers For Specialty Care Group Millburn, NJ,
  • Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
  • Performed and documented initial exams and determined appropriate diagnoses.
  • Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families.
  • Consulted with other direct-care staff and worked with caregivers to implement home programs.
  • Tested neuro-muscular, motor, cognitive and psycho-social skills.
  • Consulted patients, family members and guardians to discuss diagnosis, offer information and answer questions.
  • Created and filed reports and patient records information to record evaluations, session notes, progress and insurance documentation.
  • Worked closely with other medical professionals to accurately determine diagnoses such as speech, language, oral pharyngeal function and cognitive disorders.
  • Reviewed results from swallow videofluoroscopy and modified barium swallow tests along with associated notes to treat patient swallowing difficulties.
  • Initiated personalized treatment plans for patients.
  • Administered treatment to rehabilitate and enhance patients' quality of life.
  • Assessed patients to identify and understand individual symptoms and needs.
  • Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments to treatment.
  • Relayed patient information to physicians and various interdisciplinary professionals.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated speech and swallowing related disorders.
  • Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
  • Educated patients and caregivers in exercises to improve speech, as well as alternative communication methods such as sign language.
  • Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw and breathing mechanisms.
  • Provided consultation to educators and medical professionals, advising on communication strategies to better accommodate individuals with hearing and speech issues.
  • Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow, 07/2010 - 06/2011
Brookdale Senior Living Pocatello, ID,
  • Tested neuro-muscular, motor, cognitive and psycho-social skills.
  • Consulted with other direct-care staff and worked with caregivers to implement home program.
  • Counseled and made recommendations to patients, caregivers and families about communicative strategies and devices.
  • Devised individualized treatment plans by marrying field knowledge and unique student requirements.
  • Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
  • Performed and documented initial exams and determined appropriate diagnoses.
  • Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families.
Education and Training
Master of Science: Communication Sciences And Disorders, Expected in 05/2010
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Western Illinois University - Macomb, IL,
GPA:
Status -
Bachelor of Science: Speech And Hearing Science, Expected in 05/2008
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University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign - Champaign, IL
GPA:
Status -
Languages
English :
Native/ Bilingual:
Negotiated :
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Spanish :
Elementary:
Negotiated :
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Certifications
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence
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School Attended

  • Western Illinois University
  • University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Job Titles Held:

  • Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Degrees

  • Master of Science
  • Bachelor of Science

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