Clinical Speech-Language Pathologist 7+ Years Experience

PRIYALEKSHMI P

Clinical Speech-Language Pathologist Comprehensive Speech & Language

Evaluation & Therapy

Kerala, India +91-956******* ***************@*****.*** PROFILE SUMMARY

Speech-Language Pathologist with 7+ years of clinical experience across hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and special education settings. Skilled in comprehensive speech and language assessment, individualized therapy planning, and evidence-based interventions for articulation, phonology, language disorders, fluency, voice disorders, AAC use, auditory-verbal therapy, dysphagia management, and neurogenic communication disorders. Experienced in working with both paediatric and adult populations, delivering patient-centred therapy and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Proven track record of improving communication outcomes, enhancing functional skills, and providing compassionate, goal-oriented rehabilitation. Currently seeking opportunities in the UAE, with DHA licensure in progress, and committed to advancing clinical excellence and high-quality therapeutic care.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Speech Therapist, Super Quality Hearing Aids & Speech Centre, Muscat, Oman Nov 2021 — Present

• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for paediatric and adult clients with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders, ensuring accurate clinical profiling.

• Develop and implement Individualized Therapy Plans (ITPs) based on assessment outcomes, client needs, and evidence-based therapeutic protocols.

• Administer standardized and non-standardized tests, including articulation, language, cognitive-communication, and voice assessments.

• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions for communication, fluency, articulation, and swallowing disorders using evidence-based techniques.

• Implement Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Auditory-Verbal Therapy (AVT) strategies for clients with limited verbal abilities to enhance functional communication.

• Maintain detailed documentation, progress notes, and evaluation reports in compliance with professional, clinical, and ethical standards.

• Conduct parent and caregiver training sessions to promote family involvement, home program carryover, and generalization of therapy goals.

• Provide counselling and support to clients and families to address emotional, social, and behavioural aspects of communication disorders

Speech Therapist, Vigyan Valley Learning Centre, Kochi, India Jan 2019 — Oct 2021

• Delivered individual and group speech-language therapy sessions for children with Autism, ADHD, and Down Syndrome.

• Enhanced communication outcomes through play-based and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

• Conducted baseline and progress evaluations to monitor improvements in speech, articulation, and social communication skills.

• Collaborated closely with special educators and parents to develop personalized learning and therapy plans. Speech Therapist, Raha Ayurvedic Hospital, Kochi, India Aug 2019 — Aug 2021

• Assessed and treated patients with aphasia, dysarthria, and dysphagia resulting from neurological conditions.

• Integrated Ayurvedic rehabilitation principles with modern speech-language therapy for holistic patient outcomes.

• Conducted detailed speech, language, and swallowing evaluations for both inpatient and outpatient cases.

• Designed and implemented customized therapy programs for post-stroke and traumatic brain injury patients. Speech Therapist, Punarnava Ayurveda Hospital, Kochi, India Mar 2019 — Aug 2019

• Conducted comprehensive diagnostic assessments and provided therapy for articulation and language disorders.

• Managed clients presenting with voice disorders, dysphagia, and fluency-related communication difficulties.

• Collaborated with medical and therapy professionals to deliver cohesive, multidisciplinary treatment plans.

• Integrated traditional healing techniques with evidence-based speech-language therapy interventions. Audiologist & Speech Therapist, Claritone Hearing Aid Centre, Thrissur, India Aug 2018 — Jan 2019

• Performed audiometric and tympanometric testing and analyzed results to determine levels and types of hearing loss.

• Programmed, fitted, and calibrated digital and analog hearing aids for paediatric and geriatric clients.

• Conducted counselling and aural rehabilitation sessions for clients and their families to optimize hearing outcomes.

• Managed newborn hearing screening and early intervention programs to identify and address hearing impairments. CLINICAL INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

KMC Hospital (Audiology), Mangalore: 18 Sep 2017 – 31 Oct 2017 KMC Hospital (Speech Language Pathology), Mangalore: 01 Nov 2017 – 30 Nov 2017 KMC Hospital (Audiology), Mangalore: 01 Dec 2017 – 31 Dec 2017 St. Agnes Special School, Mangalore: 01 Jan 2018 – 31 Jan 2018 CANARA / Manipal School, Mangalore: 01 Feb 2018 – 28 Feb 2018 NIMHANS, Bangalore: 01 Mar 2018 – 30 Apr 2018

Nayaks Speech & Hearing Clinic, Bangalore: 01 May 2018 – 31 May 2018 Aanvii Hearing Care (SIEMENS), Bangalore: 01 Jun 2018 – 30 Jun 2018 Govt Wenlock Hospital, Mangalore: 01 Jul 2018 – 17 Jul 2018 LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Professional – Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) Ministry of Health (MOH) Approved

DHA Licensing Process –Perusing

Comprehensive Sensory Motor Intervention (COSMI) – Paediatric Feeding Difficulties Gestalt Language Processing

Childhood Apraxia of Speech (UNCLEFT)

Avaz AAC Certification

Auditory Verbal Therapy (SPARSH) – Perusing

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP) 2014 — 2018 Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Mangalore – Manipal University CORE COMPETENCIES

• Speech and Language Therapy: Articulation, Phonology, Apraxia of Speech, Voice Disorders, Fluency Disorders, Dysarthria, Language Disorders, Dysphagia Management.

• Specialized Interventions: Autism & Neuro Disorders, Auditory-Verbal Therapy (AVT), Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC).

• Clinical Skills: Treatment Planning, Case Documentation, Outcome Evaluation, Parent & Caregiver Counseling.

• Technical Tools: Avaz AAC, Microsoft Office, Electronic Health Records (EHR). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Languages: English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam

• Links: LinkedIn

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