Cassandra L. Starkey
Wheeling, WV 26003
Cell: 304-***-****
E-mail: *********@*****.***
Objective
To obtain a CFY position as a speech-language pathologist in a hospital or clinical setting.
Education Master of Science Degree, Speech-Language Pathology (December 2010)
West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
• 4.00/4.00 CGPA
• Praxis II Examination, Passed
Bachelor of Science Degree, Biology (May 2008)
Wheeling Jesuit University, Wheeling WV
• 3.84/4.00 CGPA
• Dean’s List
• R.A. Leadership Course, Certified
• WV-INBRE Undergraduate research presentation at WVU
• WV-INBRE Undergraduate research presentation at Marshall University
• Presidential Scholarship
• West Virginia Promise Scholarship
• Henry “Hap” Arnold Scholarship
• Scholarships for Military Children Program
Clinical Practicum
Wheeling Hospital (August 2010 - December 2010)
1 Medical Park, Wheeling, WV
• Will provide diagnostic evaluations, including parent/client interviews, standardized testing, and informal and formal assessments for a variety of communication/swallowing disorders
• Will implement individualized treatment for various communication/swallowing disorders
• Will complete therapy plans, progress reports, and diagnostic reports
• Will work in a variety of settings, such as inpatient, outpatient, skilled care, acute care, and continuous care settings
WVU Speech and Hearing Clinic (May 2009 - July 2010)
West Virginia University
• Provided diagnostic evaluations, including parent/client interviews, collection and analysis of spontaneous speech and language samples, and standardized testing
• Implemented individualized treatment for various communication disorders
• Completed therapy plans, progress reports, and diagnostic reports
• Conducted speech, language, and hearing screenings at WVU and area schools
Mountainview Elementary Extended School Year (June 2010 - July 2010)
661 Greenbag Rd., Morgantown, WV
• Assessed students’ communication abilities and needs
• Implemented treatment for students with autism, Down syndrome, and severe mental impairment
• Used principles of verbal behavior and the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) during therapy
WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities Feeding Clinic (June 2010 - July 2010)
959 Hartman Run Rd., Morgantown, WV
• Assisted in the assessment of patients with various swallowing disorders
• Utilized a team approach
Cleft Palate Clinic (May 2010 - June 2010)
Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV
• Assisted in the assessment of patients with repaired clefts for speech and language development
• Performed oral/oral motor examinations
• Participated in follow-ups and recommendations for the patients
• Collaborated with physicians including plastic surgeons
Health South Mountainview Rehabilitation Hospital (January 2010 - May 2010)
1160 Van Voorhis Rd., Morgantown, WV
• Conducted diagnostic evaluations and planned therapy for patients in an outpatient hospital setting
• Implemented treatment for patients with dysarthria, aphasia, adult apraxia of speech, swallowing disorders, voice disorders, and cognitive-linguistic impairment
Work Experience
West Virginia Assistive Technology (WVATS) (October 2008 - June 2010)
959 Hartman Run Rd., Morgantown, WV
• Researched different tools/technology for people with various disabilities
• Organized and distributed the items in the Loan Library
• Updated software and publications
References
References available upon request.