Bailey Norton
Fayetteville
Summary
Speech-Language Pathologist with broad experience in clinical and acute care settings. Specialize in developing individualized treatment plans, utilizing evidence-based practices, and incorporating innovative technology to enhance communication skills. Focused on patient-focused therapy, holistic care, and communication access for all.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist- PRN/Full Time
Northwest Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance communication accessibility in patients’ holistic care
- Conducted bedside swallow, videoflouroscopic, and cognitive communication evaluations across ICUs, emergency department, and inpatient rehabilitation facility
- Conducted comprehensive speech and language assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance communication skills.
Speech Therapy Lead, AAC and Outreach Coordinator
Kids SPOT LLC
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Led research committee to provide new resources and treatment models for the entire clinic across disciplines (dynamic and personalized AAC, gestalt language processing, pediatric feeding disorders, etc).
- Evaluated communication access barriers for individuals with complex speech, language, and motor disabilities and completed thorough documentation for AAC device acquisition
- Programmed and personalized AAC devices while providing education to patients' and their care teams
- Coordinated outreach programs to enhance collaboration with community partners, fostering resource sharing and support for individuals with communication needs
- Supervised graduate students, facilitating their professional development while liaising with University of Arkansas to ensure alignment with academic standards
- Hosted 1:1 meetings with members in speech-language department for conflict resolution and personalized career goals, assisted director in day-to-day operations (scheduling, billing, auditing, etc)
Speech Language Pathologist-CF
Jarvis Pediatric Therapy
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Diagnosed pediatric patients with AAC and apraxia, delivering comprehensive assessments and tailored recommendations.
- Evaluated and treated children birth-18 for communication and swallowing deficits, collaborating with interdisciplinary team to ensure integrated holistic care.
Speech Language Pathologist-CF
Incite Rehab
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Assessed and provided targeted interventions for older adults with communication, cognition, and swallowing deficits across multiple sites
- Incorporated mobile technology into care plans, enhancing patient independence and improving outcomes
Education
Master's of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, ARBachelor's of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders, Child Advocacy Studies
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, ARSkills
- AAC device programming
- Patient-centered care
- Clinical research leadership
- Documentation management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Community outreach coordination
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Educational mentorship
Professional Certification And Continuing Education
- ASHA and ABESPA licenses
- Certified in SPEAK OUT! training for Parkinson's voice treatment
- CPR certified for all age groups through Red Cross and American Heart Association
Research
- Graduate Research Assistant, University of Arkansas, Master's Thesis and subsequent publication in Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities: 'Effect of Triadic Gaze for Low-Tech AAC Access by Children with Multiple Disabilities'
- Undergraduate Research Assistant, University of Arkansas, Assisted in creation and programming of visual scene displays for 'Effect of Mobile Technology Featuring Visual Scene Displays and Just-in-time Programming on Communication Turns by Preadolescent and Adolescent Beginning Communicators' published in International Journal of Speech Language Pathology
Timeline
Speech Therapy Lead, AAC and Outreach Coordinator
Kids SPOT LLC
05.2023 - 08.2025
Speech Language Pathologist- PRN/Full Time
Northwest Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist-CF
Jarvis Pediatric Therapy
07.2022 - 05.2023
Speech Language Pathologist-CF
Incite Rehab
05.2022 - 07.2022
Master's of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Arkansas
Bachelor's of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders, Child Advocacy Studies
University of Arkansas