Kimberly A. Smith **** E. Stottler
Court ( Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 264-
3426(***********@*******.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant position working as part of
a team that provides accurate and appropriate treatments for children or
adults in a school setting, rehabilitation facility or private clinic.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of
alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
. Communication with others to convey information effectively
. Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to
develop and evaluate options to implement solutions
. Managing own time and the time of others
. Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents,
government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the
democratic political process
. Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others
will understand
. Assist the speech-language pathologists in the conduct of speech-
language research projects
. Perform support duties like preparing materials, keeping records,
maintaining supplies, and also scheduling activities
. Prepare charts, graphs, or other visual displays to communicate
clients performance information
. Select or prepare speech-language instructional materials
. Test and maintain equipment to make sure of correct performance
EDUCATION
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT CERTIFICATION,
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ 2014
MASTER OF ARTS, HUMAN BEHAVIOR/PSYCHOLOGY,
National University, San Diego, CA
2006
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, HUMAN SERVICES,
University of Phoenix, San Diego, CA 2003
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Horizon Pediatric Therapy, CLINICAL TRAINING
3/24/2014 - 7/6/2014
. Assisted speech-language pathologists in the conduct of client
screenings or assessments of language, voice, fluency, articulation,
or hearing
. Documented clients' progress toward meeting established treatment
objectives.
. Implemented treatment plans or protocols as directed by speech-
language pathologists
. Assisted speech-language pathologists in the remediation or
development of speech language skills
. Collected and compiled data to document clients performance
4 Spine, LLC, Atlanta, GA
2007 - 2010
Executive Office Administrator
. Managed 30 employees.
. Human Resources: Employment recruitment, Equal Employment Opportunity,
Affirmative Action, Worker's Compensation, Unemployment, Training and
Development, Benefits and Family Medical Leave of Absence, HIPPA,
JHACO, and the American's with Disabilities Act.
. Organized the employee handbook, along with new hire policies and
procedures.
. Handled employee insurance, including negotiations with multiply
insurance companies and Brokers to obtain the best policy for the
company and employees.
. Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, monthly and annual
reconciliation and tax preparation.
. Initiated and compiled new administrative functions and ideas to
ensure the success of various projects and strategic performances.
. Directed employee and employer IRA investments.
. Maintained and develop new contracts with insurance companies.
MOSSBERG AND ASSOCIATES PHYSICAL THERAPY INSTITUTE, San Diego, CA
2003 - 2007
Office Manager
. Managed office, performing customer service and supervision.
. Coordinated patient care from intake to discharge. Acted as liaison
between therapists, insurance companies, and patients.
. Responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable.
. Coded and billed for multiple clinicians. Responsible for claims
submission, follow up and collections.
. Maintained patient records, organized statistical reports, prepared
daily financial deposits, ordered all office and physical therapy
supplies, and directed orientation and training of all new employees.
. Obtained authorizations for treatment from worker's compensation
carriers, insurance benefits, and pre-certifications when necessary.
. Organized and facilitated monthly staff meetings and events. Marketed
services with local physicians and physical therapists in the
community.
Children's Hospital and Health Center, San Diego, CA
1998 - 2003
Administrative Assistant
. Provided administrative assistance to over 30 therapists with more
than 300 patients.
. Responsible for efficiently running the office including preparing
daily patient files, answering patients' financial questions, managing
cash transactions, and training new employees.
CERTIFICATION
. Northern Arizona University Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Certification
. Arizona Department of Health Services Speech-Language Pathology
Assistant License
. State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Finger Print Clearance
Card
. CPR/First Aid