Erika Groothouse, M.A., Ccc-Slp Email and Phone Number

Skilled acute care practitioner providing evaluation, intervention, and education in the areas of: motor speech, language, cognitive-communication, dysphagia (including MBSS/VFSS), and tracheostomy/mechanical ventilation with use of the Passy-Muir Speaking Valve, for the following medical populations:-Neuromedical/surgical/ICU-Cardiac/Vascular-Thoracic PCU/ICU (including VAD and ECMO patients)-Multiple Systems PCU/ICU-Psychiatric-Transplants (e.g., OLT, OHT, BOLT) -Oncology -Head and Neck Cancer (including total laryngectomy, total glossectomy, etc.)Proficient in Cerner and Epic EHR systems for clinical documentation/management Based at AdventHealth Orlando (previously known as Florida Hospital South). As of 6/2024, now a Central Florida Division Float (covering 10+ campuses).

Full-time graduate intern; provided evaluation and intervention in the areas of: speech, language, cognitive-communication, and dysphagia (including tracheostomy and use of the Passy-Muir Speaking Valve) for the following medical populations:-Neuromedical/surgical/ICU-Cardiac/Vascular PCU/ICU-Multiple Systems PCU/ICU-Psychiatric-TransplantsProvided evaluation and intervention for feeding/swallowing for infants and children in the NICU and PICU settingsProficient in Cerner EHR system for clinical documentation

Part-time graduate intern; developed appropriate, efficacious lesson plans for patients (1.11-4.5 years of age) with a range of congenital medical conditions/syndromes and implemented them via telepractice using an electronic platform due to COVID-19 restrictionsProvided evaluation and intervention in the areas of:- Pediatric feeding/upper airway disorders (including tracheostomy and non-oral means of nutrition)- Early intervention for speech-language delays/disorders- Family education/training regarding speech-language development

- Assisted in literature publication and recruitment for the grant “Project SPEECH” under ASHA Fellow, Dr. Linda Rosa-Lugo - Developed a web-based interface for undergraduate coursework (SPA 3101), addressed student correspondence, and prepared/administered examinations for course competency under ASHA Fellow, Dr. Richard Zraick- Developed a web-based interface for graduate coursework (SPA 6559), addressed student correspondence, and prepared/administered examinations/assignments for course competency under Dr. Oliver Wendt

Graduate Research Assistant that examined the efficacy of mobile technology-based speech and language interventions for children with autism, under Dr. Oliver Wendt and Dr. Catia Walter

Graduate clinician that developed and implemented a comprehensive, cohesive diagnostic and treatment plan rooted in evidence-based practice for a patient with a range of acquired neurological damage, under Dr. Amy Engelhoven.Experience Gained In: Traumatic Brain Injury (Frontotemporal Damage), Anomic Aphasia, Cognitive Impairment with Impacted Executive Functions

- Used a wide range of test materials and assessment procedures in areas of speech, language, voice, fluency and hearing and maintained familiarity with improved methods and materials.- Used varying techniques for remediation in the areas of speech, language, voice, fluency and hearing.- Developed appropriate long-range IEP goals for students commensurate with their individual needs.- Implemented appropriate clinical procedures in provision of individualized programming to each student.- Provided consultation and/or materials to parents, teachers and others as appropriate regarding individual students and/or speech, language, voice, fluency and hearing disorders.- Developed clinical management plans which were easily followed, comprehensive and consistent with clinical objectives, including the maintenance of clinical data for each student.- Performed staffings, as appropriate, and placement process for school’s speech-language program.- Participated as a member of Student Study Team as needed.- Managed the process and documentation of the IEP, re-evaluation and dismissal process.- Ensured that all speech-language-hearing information required for ESSS decision-making purposes was available and reviewed.- Fulfilled required FTE record-keeping responsibilities accurately and punctually.- Communicated with students’ parents in regard to legal rights and informed consent.- Exhibited rapport, understanding, enthusiasm and appropriate two-way communication with students, parents, school staff and colleagues.- Performed other duties as assigned by the Director of Exceptional Student Support Services and/or designee.

Undergraduate researcher that worked toward improving treatments for cognitive-linguistic deficits in dementia and associated neurological disorders, under Dr. Joshua Troché and Dr. Lauren Bislick-Wilson in the Language, Concepts and Memory Lab.