Jonelle I. Gillette, M.A.,CCC-SLP
Petoskey, MI **770
adixpo@r.postjobfree.com
Skilled Speech/Language Pathologist offering 25 years' experience in speech and language pathology. Expertise includes case management, intervention planning, and documentation. Strong communication and problem- solving abilities with a methodical approach. Award winning program. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Program Director/Speech Pathologist
RehabCare-Kindred - Grayling, MI
August 2020 to Present
Provide professional support services to rehabilitation center residents. Plan, schedules, arrange, direct and oversee entire rehabilitation services to endure optimum departmental operation. Endure all services are completed on time like logs and payroll etc. Coordinate and direct team involvement in facility meetings as well as inservice programs. Oversee team patient treatment productivity and perform action as directed as per established benchmarks. Speech Language Pathologist
Encore Rehabilitation Services - Traverse City, MI February 2020 to Present
Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities.
Screened Med B patient's for quarterly reviews.
Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate an accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.
Kept current with latest treatment strategies and intervention plans. Assessed, diagnosed and treated speech and swallowing related disorders. Provided daily trainings to nursing on a wide variety of topics Speech Language Pathologist / Energize Rehabilitation Energize Rehabilitation - Petoskey, MI
September 2019 to January 2020
Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities.
Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate an accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.
Kept current with latest treatment strategies and intervention plans. Assessed, diagnosed and treated speech and swallowing related disorders. Director of Rehabilitation / Health Pro
HealthPRO Heritage - Charlevoix, MI
March 2019 to October 2019
Managed load of multiple cases on consistent basis. Monitored and assisted both occupational and physical therapists during treatments. Established long and short-term goals for therapeutic services to encourage patient progress. Performed assessments to determine individual limitations and strengths. Identified and executed opportunities for performance improvement within all service areas. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations. Speech Pathologist-PRN
McLaren Health Care - Charlevoix County, MI
July 2018 to March 2019
Developed and implemented effective rehabilitative programs for patients with speech and Cognitive- Linguistic
impairments.
Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care. Maintained compliance with complete documentation of all actions. Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy. Assistant Rehab Director/Speech Pathologist
MediLodge - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
February 2017 to March 2018
Planned and efficiently supervised operations of the therapy department along with the Director of Rehab.
Trained and oriented new therapists and therapy assistants. Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration.
Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy. Increased weekly average patient visit volume through improved screenings and scheduling. Aided and counseled patients adjusting to permanent physical disabilities. Speech Pathologist/Traveler
Therapeutic Resources - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
May 2016 to February 2017
Reviewed physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures. Earned repeated commendations from supervisor and patients for providing high-quality, compassionate care.
Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit. Planned for discharges and communicated findings and progress in detailed reports. Personal Caregiver / Gillette - Bismark, North Dakota Relocated to Bismarck, ND
August 2015 to February 2016
Assisted a parent in the final stages of pancreatic cancer. Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
Benefis Health System - Great Falls, MT
June 2014 to August 2015
Assessed, diagnosed and treated speech and swallowing related disorders in an outpatient setting. Speech Pathologist
Big Sky Special Needs Cooperative - Cut Bank, MT
June 2013 to June 2014
Provided consultation to educators and medical professionals, advising on communication strategies to better
accommodate individuals with hearing and speech issues. Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Speech Pathologist
Jackson Therapy Partners - Detroit, MI
June 2010 to June 2013
As a traveling therapist, I had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings that included Early Intervention, Schools,
Hospitals (int/output), and SNF.
Speech Pathologist
Ann Arbor Public Schools - Ann Arbor, MI
January 2005 to June 2012
Provided speech and language services with students ranging in age from 4-26 years of age with articulation,
language, apraxia, fluency, and cognitive delays.
Speech Pathologist
Plymouth Canton Community Schools - Plymouth, MI
December 1998 to January 2005
Provided speech and language services with students ranging in age 10-26 years of age. Caseload consisted of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cognitively Impaired, ADHD, Language delays and Articulation.
Awarded the "Best Speech Program in the State of Michigan" -Michigan Speech & Hearing Association. Education
Master of Arts in Speech Pathology
Eastern Michigan University - Ypsilanti, MI
Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology
Eastern Michigan University - Ypsilanti, MI
Skills
• Pediatrics (10+ years)
• Special Education (10+ years)
• Multilingual
• Pathology
• Autism Experience (10+ years)
• Speech Therapy (10+ years)
• Individual / Group Counseling
• Group Therapy (10+ years)
• Teaching (10+ years)
• Case Management (10+ years)
• Developmental Disabilities Experience (10+ years)
• Dementia Care (10+ years)
• Hospital Experience (5 years)
• EMR Systems (10+ years)
• Tutoring
Awards
Best Speech Pathology Program in the State of Michigan" January 2008
Certifications and Licenses
Certificate of Clinical Competence
December 2019 to December 2020
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology Assessments
Active Listening — Highly Proficient
May 2020
Actively listening and appropriately responding in conversations. Full results: Highly Proficient
Verbal Communication — Highly Proficient
September 2019
Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely.
Full results: Highly Proficient
Electronic Medical Records: Best Practices — Highly Proficient May 2020
Knowledge of EHR data, associated privacy regulations, and best practices for EHR use. Full results: Highly Proficient
Medical Terminology — Proficient
May 2020
Understanding and using medical terminology.
Full results: Proficient
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Groups
Michigan Speech and Hearing Association
December 2019 to Present
American Speech, Language and Hearing Association
December 2019 to Present
Additional Information
SKILLS
Team leadership ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist