Amanda Hedrick
Farmington
Summary
Dynamic Speech Language Pathologist with 20 years of experience and solid reputation for organization, compassion and attention to detail. Always enthusiastic to take on new cases and support patients' speech, communication, and swallowing goals through creative and effective treatment planning. Highly personable and productive clinical professional.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech and Language Pathologist
Washington Regional Medical Center
05.2017 - Current
- Assessed and treated adults with deficits in areas of speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and voice.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
UAMS Outpatient Therapy Clinic
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Assessed and treated adults with deficits in areas of speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and voice.
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Engaged caregivers and families in therapy process to support patient progress.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
- Recommended therapy and training exercises and encouraged healthy lifestyle behaviors to improve patients' quality of life.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Alliance Home Health Care & Hospice
02.2010 - 05.2015
- Treated adults with deficits in areas of speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and voice.
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Delivered home care therapy to home bound patients.
Speech-Language Pathologist
HealthSouth Rehabilitation
01.2008 - 02.2010
- Assessed and treated adults with deficits in areas of speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and voice.
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Participated in special events to promote available resources.
Speech-Language Pathologist
St. Mary's Hospital
05.2004 - 01.2008
- Treated adults with deficits in areas of speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and voice.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
Tanning Associate
Tan With TLC
10.1999 - 05.2004
- Educated clients on health and safety of tanning facilities and procedures.
- Maintained clean and stocked front counter area.
- Informed and demonstrated how to use tanning equipment to new clients.
- Scheduled clients based on number of beds and booths with consideration of walk-in averages.
Bakery Team Member
Paul's Bakery
03.1996 - 08.1999
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes and pies to drive product sales.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Decorated and merchandised quality bakery goods to build business reputation and revenue base.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR05.2002
High School Diploma -
Van Buren High School
Van Buren, AR05.1998
Skills
- Modified Barium Swallow
- Team Collaboration
- Geriatrics
- Acute Rehabilitation
- CPR Training
- Home Exercise Programs
- Acute Care Comprehension
- Time Management Proficiency
- Outpatient Therapy
Certification
- Vital Stimulation training - August 2006 to present
- LSVT-LOUD Training - September 2008-present
Timeline
Speech and Language Pathologist
Washington Regional Medical Center
05.2017 - Current
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
UAMS Outpatient Therapy Clinic
03.2015 - 05.2017
Speech-Language Pathologist
Alliance Home Health Care & Hospice
02.2010 - 05.2015
Speech-Language Pathologist
HealthSouth Rehabilitation
01.2008 - 02.2010
Speech-Language Pathologist
St. Mary's Hospital
05.2004 - 01.2008
Tanning Associate
Tan With TLC
10.1999 - 05.2004
Bakery Team Member
Paul's Bakery
03.1996 - 08.1999
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Northeastern State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
High School Diploma -
Van Buren High School
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