Speech Therapy Assistant & Dental Hygiene Professional

Kyndell Kooy

**** ** ***** **, *******, WA 206-***-**** ***********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Healthcare professional with a bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy, a minor in Special Education, and previous paid professional experience as a Speech Assistant. Experienced in supporting adults with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities, including hands-on use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools and communication boards. Brings a strong background in patient education, individualized communication, relationship-building, and collaborative care. Interested in returning to the speech-language field and supporting individuals with communication needs; open to additional training in current AAC practices.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Registered Dental Hygienist Ryan Fox, DDS Kirkland, WA

2015–Present

• Provide preventive dental care and individualized patient education.

• Adapt communication to meet patients' individual needs and levels of understanding.

• Explain health information and demonstrate techniques in clear, accessible ways.

• Build trusting relationships through empathy, patience, and effective communication.

• Collaborate with dentists and clinical team members; maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow infection-control standards.

Registered Dental Hygienist Distinctive Dentistry Edmonds, WA

1995–2015

• Delivered preventive dental hygiene care and patient education.

• Educated patients on oral health, periodontal health, and preventive care.

• Built long-term patient relationships through individualized communication.

• Collaborated with dentists and clinical staff to support quality patient care.

• Maintained accurate records and followed clinical safety standards.

Speech Assistant United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) Clinic Seattle, Washington

1993–1995

Worked under the supervision of Donna Cole Wilson, MS, CCC-SLP.

• Assisted with speech and communication services primarily for adults with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities.

• Supported individualized communication goals and functional communication skills.

• Gained hands-on experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools, including communication boards.

• Assisted individuals with communication and participation in everyday activities.

• Worked collaboratively with a speech-language pathologist in a clinical setting.

EDUCATION

Western Washington University Bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy; minor in Special Education Graduated 1991

Lake Washington Technical College Dental Hygiene Program

LICENSURE

Washington State Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

CORE SKILLS

Speech and communication support • Special education foundation • AAC familiarity and communication boards • Individualized instruction and patient education • Adult disability support • Patient-centered care • Relationship-building • Collaboration with healthcare professionals • Clinical documentation • Patience, empathy, and adaptability

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Interested in refreshing and expanding knowledge of current speech-language support practices, AAC technology, and communication strategies.

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