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Caroline Adamson

Phoenix

Summary

Skilled communication specialist with strong expertise in diagnosing and treating speech and language disorders. Adept at developing individualized treatment plans and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and results-driven, with proficiency in assessment techniques, therapeutic interventions, and patient education. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills and genuine commitment to enhancing client communication abilities.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Speech Language Pathologist

Sunrise Therapy Services
06.2013 - Current
  • A pediatric therapy setting providing home based and clinic based therapy specializing in early intervention with children ages ranging from birth to 6 years.
  • Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, and feeding difficulties using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary Early Intervention team to create comprehensive treatment plans for children with communication and feeding disorders. Therapy was provided in family homes or daycare's and preschools throughout the Phoenix area.
  • Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
  • Mentored and supervised speech-language pathologist assistants, sharing knowledge and experience while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.

Speech Language Pathologist

Therapy Time
08.2009 - 05.2013
  • A school based setting serving grades pre-k through 8th grade at a variety of schools within Roosevelt School District.
  • Evaluated and diagnosed students with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
  • Implemented group therapy sessions for students with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
  • Contributed to the improvement of school-wide communication strategies by providing expert consultation to administrators and teachers.
  • Improved students communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
  • Enhanced children's communication skills by developing and implementing individualized education plans.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to support children's speech and language development in academic and home settings.


Speech Language Pathologist

Life Care Centers of America
04.2008 - 09.2012
  • An adult rehab hospital setting providing in-patient therapy while collaborating with hospital staff and other therapy disciplines to work as a team.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of patients'' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders for personalized treatment planning.
  • Conducted swallowing therapy with patients experiencing dysphagia, improving their ability to eat and reducing risk of aspiration.

Speech Language Pathologist

Sunshine Speech Language Therapy Services
09.2007 - 07.2009
  • A pediatric therapy setting providing clinic and home based therapy services.
  • Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
  • Developed resource materials for parents to continue speech therapy practices at home, enhancing progress.
  • Developed and implemented parent trainings and support groups while facilitating the Hanen Centre parent program It Takes Two to Talk.

Education

Master of Arts - Communication Disorders

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
08-2007

Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences

The University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona
05-2005

Skills

    Specialty Areas

    - Early Intervention

    - Speech Sound Disorders

    - Articulation Disorders

    - Phonological Disorders

    - Childhood Apraxia of Speech

    - Language Delays and Disorders

    - Executive Function

    - Literacy

Certification

- Arizona state SLP license # AZSLP5633

- American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA)

Certificate of Clinical Competency SLP-CCC

- The SOS Approach to Feeding


- The Hanen Centre: It Takes Two to Talk

- In progress: Barton Reading and Spelling certification for treating Dyslexia

Timeline

Speech Language Pathologist

Sunrise Therapy Services
06.2013 - Current

Speech Language Pathologist

Therapy Time
08.2009 - 05.2013

Speech Language Pathologist

Life Care Centers of America
04.2008 - 09.2012

Speech Language Pathologist

Sunshine Speech Language Therapy Services
09.2007 - 07.2009

Master of Arts - Communication Disorders

University of South Dakota

Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences

The University of Arizona

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