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Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Clinical services

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Collaborate with City-Wide teams in the creation and management of internal communication systems.Provided end-to-end solutions to organizational systems for city-wide teams and embedded automated procedures for increased efficiency and accuracy. Developed organization-wide intranet to maximize efficiency and compliance-based data collection. Operationalized processes by integrating a variety of Microsoft Office tools (Forms, Lists, Power Automate) in SharePoint. Steered data driven consultations in the development of an efficient communication hub to amplify educator/therapist support and access to citywide resources. Originated and supported team learning, and co-maintained data tracking automations and data management systems to maximize team efficiency and improve organizational data collection. Designed a streamlined, formalized procedure to improve data collection and storage. Established team roster system to monitor progress, procedures, and maintain accountability. Managed digital access qualities to ensure safety and accuracy of data.Managed UX|UI of internal system to optimize use for all stakeholders. Collected user preference data to compile automations that maximize efficiency for all users.

Bronx, New York, United States

Bronx, New York

Brooklyn, New York

Assist in development of syllabi.Manage communication between the professor and students.Tutor in selected subjects.Provide students with guidance and encouragement in and outside of the classroom.

Bronx, New York

Perform Dysphagia and Speech-Language Pathology evaluations, screenings, and treatment for geriatric and adult population with a variety of disorders and impairments including: CVA, TBI, specialized surgeries and conditions, feeding tubes, and tracheostomies.Utilize evidence-based practices and functional methods to improve oral and pharyngeal muscle strength, tone, coordination, swallow maneuvers and techniques.Work alongside professionals at hospitals and other facilities to enable smooth transitions for residents as well as keeping updated diagnostic/treatment records particularly interpretation of and follow-up for Modified Barium Swallow Studies.Set realistic and achievable goals for patients to develop, or recover, reliable communication and swallowing skills.Educate staff, residents and families in the use and care of specialized equipment such as augmentative devices, speaking valves, and/or auditory/visual aids.Administer in-services to educate the dietary and nursing staff to improve recognition of s/s of aspiration as well as appropriate safe texture modification measures.Develop plans of care and attend interdisciplinary meetings working alongside family residents and staff to address short and long term therapeutic goals, prognosis, and discharge plans.

Brooklyn, New York

Perform bedside evaluation of cognition, speech, language and swallowing disordersPerform and document initial exams and determine appropriate diagnoses.Conduct therapy for patients who demonstrate signs of dysphagia, aphasia, dementia, CVA, TBI, respiratory distress, anoxia, cleft palate issues, voice disorders, trachea and vent issues. Provide speech, language, and dysphagia treatment services while regularly evaluating the effects of treatment; make adjustments in order to achieve maximum benefit for patients in CCU, ICU, various other medical units, rehabilitation centers, acute care, and inpatient and outpatient clinic settings.Regularly consult with multi-disciplinary team (MD, Nursing, PT, and etc.) in order to develop and ensure implementation of proper care plans for patients.Assist Speech Language Pathologist during Fiberoptic Endoscopic Examination of Swallowing (FEES) examinations, Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) examinations, and evaluation of placements of Passy-Muir Speaking Valves (PMSV).communicate with patients and their family members regarding various disorders and the appropriate strategies for maximizing functioning goals and prognoses.

Bronx, Ny

• Provided classroom collaborative and in therapy room bilingual services to students• Provided meal time screenings and treatment to students• Attended IEP meetings and working with IEP teams and parents to facilitate effective treatment• Attended interdisciplinary meetings working alongside staff and families• Created and managed data tracking system to monitor student success• Assisted students in developing confidence and positive attitudes towards learning

Brooklyn, Ny

Develop and coordinate database to facilitate data tracking through the RTI program.Provide bilingual intervention servicesImplement evidence-based practice to target literacy, speech, language, and auditory processing difficulties among multicultural bilingual children between the ages of 4-7 in individual and small group sessionsDevelop word or phoneme decoding and receptive techniques the child can use for literacy improvementHelp students develop confidence and positive attitudes toward learningResponsible for all aspects of patient’s documentation including SOAP Notes, monthly progress notes and evaluation reports

Oasis Summer Day Camp

Worked one-on-one with children who demonstrate difficulty engaging in group activities while ultimately restoring full activity participationFacilitated appropriate actions in highly sensitive situations where children potentially posed as a danger to themselves and others, both physically and emotionallyServed as a mandatory reporter under NYS Law and The Administration of Child Services (ACS) in the case of child abuse and neglect

Process college applications.Assist students through the application process.Facilitate and conduct interviews between students and the university.Attend college fairs and promote the university.

Master'S Degree, Speech-Language Pathology

Bachelor'S Degree, Communication Sciences And Disorders, General

Activities and Societies: Latinos Unidos, HEOP Alms Alliance, English and Spanish TutorMagna Cum Laude