Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

ASTHA U. PATEL

*********@*******.*** 224-***-**** 785 Red Bridge Rd, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

EDUCATION

Southern Illinois University, College of Education and Human Services Carbondale, IL

Bachelor of Science August 2008-May 2012

Major: Communications Disorders and Sciences, Minor: Rehabilitation Services

EXPERIENCE

Sinha Speech Therapy Houston, TX

Speech Therapy Assistant November 2013-Present

Improve expressive, receptive, and pragmatic language skills in children with autism by focusing on exercises for auditory memory, communication ability and overall awareness of social language

Collaborate with Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs), Physical Therapists (PTs) and Occupational Therapists (OTs) to develop and implement individualized treatment plans which address specific functional needs of each patient

Develop and strengthen oral and lingual muscles in patients used to improve communication and articulation

Counsel and educate parents or caregivers on speech language disorders and provide strategies to enhance patient progress

Maintain organized documentation and patient files in line with ethical and compliance regulations

Incorporate assistive technology devices, such as Proloque and Go Talk Now, to patients with communication barriers

Children’s Therapy and Rehabilitation Center Lake Zurich, IL

Volunteer August 2013-September 2013

Observed one-on-one language and articulation therapy sessions with an SLP

Owned the task to match therapy techniques with patients and evaluated the effectiveness based on each patient

World Surgical Foundation Gujarat, India

Volunteer January 2013-February 2013

Assisted a medical camp in Gujarat and was primarily responsible for managing inventory on hand for the foundation in order to increase efficiency

Served as a translator for Gujarati speaking natives to ease the bridge in language barriers and create awareness for health and wellness

Lexington Rehabilitation Care Lake Zurich, IL

Volunteer September 2012-December 2012

Shadowed an SLP in a nursing home setting to understand their approach in matching a diagnosis with a targeted therapy technique

Gained deeper level insight on differences in severity for speech and language disorders between children and elderly

Kid’s Therapy Outpatient Clinic Barrington, IL

Volunteer February 2013-April 2013

Worked alongside an SLP to develop soft skills necessary to interact with children with various speech disorders

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with peers in physical and occupational therapy roles

Achieve Program, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL

Classroom Assistant August 2011-May 2012

Provided in depth classroom notes and research to students with disabilities as an additional learning source

Offered proctoring and tutoring services for students with learning disabilities including dyslexia, autism and ADHD

Center for English as a Second Language Carbondale, IL

Conversational Speaker January 2011-March 2011

Led group events with international students to help improve their English-speaking skills while also increasing their understanding of the English language

ACTIVITIES

National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association Carbondale, IL

Member August 2010-May 2012

Volunteered for several fundraising events and played an active role in spreading awareness among the community

Awarded special recognition by executive board for contributions towards the organization

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Fluent in English and Gujarati

Licensed Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in the state of Texas

Proficient with Microsoft Office products, Proloque and Go Talk Now

CPR and First Aid Certified

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