Speech Language Pathologist

• Jul 2015 - Present

Data Analyst

• Feb 2017 - Jul 2018

- Performed temporal data analysis of Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies - Performed temporal data analysis of Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies

Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

• Jul 2014 - Jul 2015

- Maintained a caseload of patients participating in the Swallow STRONG Isometric Progressive Resistive Oropharyngeal (I-PRO) therapy program - Assessed therapy progress via Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies and the Assessment of Intelligibility of Dysarthric Speech, among others - Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team which included a dietician and a nurse practitioner to improve patient care - Integrated clinical practice and research - Developed and implemented an… Show more - Maintained a caseload of patients participating in the Swallow STRONG Isometric Progressive Resistive Oropharyngeal (I-PRO) therapy program - Assessed therapy progress via Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies and the Assessment of Intelligibility of Dysarthric Speech, among others - Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team which included a dietician and a nurse practitioner to improve patient care - Integrated clinical practice and research - Developed and implemented an intensive research project assessing the effect of I-PRO therapy on hyolaryngeal displacement - Interfaced with device manufacturers to maintain clinic supplies and troubleshoot product issues - Mentored and managed student employees in research and academic settings Show less - Maintained a caseload of patients participating in the Swallow STRONG Isometric Progressive Resistive Oropharyngeal (I-PRO) therapy program - Assessed therapy progress via Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies and the Assessment of Intelligibility of Dysarthric Speech, among others - Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team which included a dietician and a nurse practitioner to improve patient care - Integrated clinical practice and research - Developed and implemented an… Show more - Maintained a caseload of patients participating in the Swallow STRONG Isometric Progressive Resistive Oropharyngeal (I-PRO) therapy program - Assessed therapy progress via Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies and the Assessment of Intelligibility of Dysarthric Speech, among others - Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team which included a dietician and a nurse practitioner to improve patient care - Integrated clinical practice and research - Developed and implemented an intensive research project assessing the effect of I-PRO therapy on hyolaryngeal displacement - Interfaced with device manufacturers to maintain clinic supplies and troubleshoot product issues - Mentored and managed student employees in research and academic settings Show less

Research Assistant

• Dec 2010 - Jun 2014

- Conducted a research project investigating the relation of norepinepherine and vocalizations in rats - Trained and organized a team of four lab members for an animal-based research project - Designed and executed an intensive senior thesis on the effect of gross motor exercise on the vocal function of a parkinsonian rat model - Presented findings at the Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 2012 - Conducted a research project investigating the relation of norepinepherine and vocalizations in rats - Trained and organized a team of four lab members for an animal-based research project - Designed and executed an intensive senior thesis on the effect of gross motor exercise on the vocal function of a parkinsonian rat model - Presented findings at the Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 2012

Graduate Student Clinician in the Voice and Swallow Clinic

• Jan 2014 - May 2014

- Gained extensive experience with inpatient and outpatient assessment and rehabilitation - Obtained and reported comprehensive and disorder-relevant medical and behavioral case histories and diagnostic reports using Epic medical coding software and patient interviews - Independently performed and interpreted comprehensive oral mechanism examinations, clinical swallowing evaluations and Modified Barium Swallow Studies - Assisted with performing and independently interpreted Fiberoptic… Show more - Gained extensive experience with inpatient and outpatient assessment and rehabilitation - Obtained and reported comprehensive and disorder-relevant medical and behavioral case histories and diagnostic reports using Epic medical coding software and patient interviews - Independently performed and interpreted comprehensive oral mechanism examinations, clinical swallowing evaluations and Modified Barium Swallow Studies - Assisted with performing and independently interpreted Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluations of Swallowing (FEES) and High Resolution Manometry assessments - Introduced use of the Passy-Muir Speaking Valve - Implemented therapy with inpatients and outpatients including the IOPI exercise program - Determined, explained and rationalized recommended diet and postural modifications - Instructed and demonstrated patients on intelligible use of electrolarynges - Placed tracheoesophageal voice prostheses, and trained patients on use and care - Collaborated closely with several medical professionals, including otolaryngologists, radiologists, dieticians and nurses, to enhance service delivery to patients - Performed multiple FEES evaluations and used a rigid endoscope on colleagues - Presented to and actively engaged in a weekly case conference meeting attended by hospital Speech Language Pathologists and Otolaryngologists - Observed several relevant medical procedures, including esophagrams, cricopharyngeal botox injections, and tracheoesophageal puncture surgeries Show less - Gained extensive experience with inpatient and outpatient assessment and rehabilitation - Obtained and reported comprehensive and disorder-relevant medical and behavioral case histories and diagnostic reports using Epic medical coding software and patient interviews - Independently performed and interpreted comprehensive oral mechanism examinations, clinical swallowing evaluations and Modified Barium Swallow Studies - Assisted with performing and independently interpreted Fiberoptic… Show more - Gained extensive experience with inpatient and outpatient assessment and rehabilitation - Obtained and reported comprehensive and disorder-relevant medical and behavioral case histories and diagnostic reports using Epic medical coding software and patient interviews - Independently performed and interpreted comprehensive oral mechanism examinations, clinical swallowing evaluations and Modified Barium Swallow Studies - Assisted with performing and independently interpreted Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluations of Swallowing (FEES) and High Resolution Manometry assessments - Introduced use of the Passy-Muir Speaking Valve - Implemented therapy with inpatients and outpatients including the IOPI exercise program - Determined, explained and rationalized recommended diet and postural modifications - Instructed and demonstrated patients on intelligible use of electrolarynges - Placed tracheoesophageal voice prostheses, and trained patients on use and care - Collaborated closely with several medical professionals, including otolaryngologists, radiologists, dieticians and nurses, to enhance service delivery to patients - Performed multiple FEES evaluations and used a rigid endoscope on colleagues - Presented to and actively engaged in a weekly case conference meeting attended by hospital Speech Language Pathologists and Otolaryngologists - Observed several relevant medical procedures, including esophagrams, cricopharyngeal botox injections, and tracheoesophageal puncture surgeries Show less

Help Desk Agent

• Aug 2010 - May 2014

- Aided customers with technological issues including email, software and virus protection - Trained fellow employees on providing customer service and creating knowledgebase entries - Updated UW-Madison knowledgebase documentation using HTML code - Aided customers with technological issues including email, software and virus protection - Trained fellow employees on providing customer service and creating knowledgebase entries - Updated UW-Madison knowledgebase documentation using HTML code

Graduate Student Clinician at LaFollette High School

• Sep 2013 - Dec 2013

- Provided therapy to 38 high school students aged 14-21 with a variety of speech and language needs including fluency, articulation, language comprehension and production, cognitive aspects of communication, social aspects of communication, and alternative modalities - Supported students using a 3:1 model in a variety of settings including pullout sessions, classroom support, home-based therapy and work-based therapy - Addressed IEP goals using information and assignments related to the… Show more - Provided therapy to 38 high school students aged 14-21 with a variety of speech and language needs including fluency, articulation, language comprehension and production, cognitive aspects of communication, social aspects of communication, and alternative modalities - Supported students using a 3:1 model in a variety of settings including pullout sessions, classroom support, home-based therapy and work-based therapy - Addressed IEP goals using information and assignments related to the curriculum - Developed and implemented a high-tech AAC device with multiple sub-menus - Educated fellow professional staff on the use of AAC devices for effective communication - Led a social group for adolescent girls and gained their respect throughout the semester - Interacted with parents in person, via email, and phone Show less - Provided therapy to 38 high school students aged 14-21 with a variety of speech and language needs including fluency, articulation, language comprehension and production, cognitive aspects of communication, social aspects of communication, and alternative modalities - Supported students using a 3:1 model in a variety of settings including pullout sessions, classroom support, home-based therapy and work-based therapy - Addressed IEP goals using information and assignments related to the… Show more - Provided therapy to 38 high school students aged 14-21 with a variety of speech and language needs including fluency, articulation, language comprehension and production, cognitive aspects of communication, social aspects of communication, and alternative modalities - Supported students using a 3:1 model in a variety of settings including pullout sessions, classroom support, home-based therapy and work-based therapy - Addressed IEP goals using information and assignments related to the curriculum - Developed and implemented a high-tech AAC device with multiple sub-menus - Educated fellow professional staff on the use of AAC devices for effective communication - Led a social group for adolescent girls and gained their respect throughout the semester - Interacted with parents in person, via email, and phone Show less

Graduate Student Clinician

• Jun 2012 - May 2013

- Collaborated in the development of the UW-Madison College Concussion Clinic - Employed interviews and cognitive assessments to characterize impairments of and explain compensatory strategies to university students who had sustained a concussion - Augmented and executed a cognitive strategy plan to treat moderate declarative memory and mild-moderate executive function deficits - Facilitated and participated in a social group for individuals with aphasia to share their life… Show more - Collaborated in the development of the UW-Madison College Concussion Clinic - Employed interviews and cognitive assessments to characterize impairments of and explain compensatory strategies to university students who had sustained a concussion - Augmented and executed a cognitive strategy plan to treat moderate declarative memory and mild-moderate executive function deficits - Facilitated and participated in a social group for individuals with aphasia to share their life story - Completed a voice and disposition assessment of a male-to-female transgender adult and discussed therapy options - Performed an in-depth assessment of social communication and generated intervention recommendations using evidence-based practice - Honed collaborative skills and maintained continuous communication with parents of clients - Independently conducted hearing screenings for students of local Head Start programs, including several Spanish- and Hmong-speaking students Show less - Collaborated in the development of the UW-Madison College Concussion Clinic - Employed interviews and cognitive assessments to characterize impairments of and explain compensatory strategies to university students who had sustained a concussion - Augmented and executed a cognitive strategy plan to treat moderate declarative memory and mild-moderate executive function deficits - Facilitated and participated in a social group for individuals with aphasia to share their life… Show more - Collaborated in the development of the UW-Madison College Concussion Clinic - Employed interviews and cognitive assessments to characterize impairments of and explain compensatory strategies to university students who had sustained a concussion - Augmented and executed a cognitive strategy plan to treat moderate declarative memory and mild-moderate executive function deficits - Facilitated and participated in a social group for individuals with aphasia to share their life story - Completed a voice and disposition assessment of a male-to-female transgender adult and discussed therapy options - Performed an in-depth assessment of social communication and generated intervention recommendations using evidence-based practice - Honed collaborative skills and maintained continuous communication with parents of clients - Independently conducted hearing screenings for students of local Head Start programs, including several Spanish- and Hmong-speaking students Show less

Assistant Teacher

• May 2009 - Aug 2012

- Developed a safe, loving and educational environment for children aged 4 months-12 years - Dealt with behavioral issues in a calm yet firm manner - Developed a safe, loving and educational environment for children aged 4 months-12 years - Dealt with behavioral issues in a calm yet firm manner

Dietary Aide

• Jun 2007 - Aug 2008

- Interacted with residents and provided a caring atmosphere - Delegated tasks to fellow dietary aides to ensure the efficient serving of meals - Interacted with residents and provided a caring atmosphere - Delegated tasks to fellow dietary aides to ensure the efficient serving of meals