Tamiya Thomas
Durham
Summary
Speech-Language Pathologist proficient in evaluation and treatment of motor speech, language, fluency, and cognitive communication disorders for pediatric and adult populations. Expertise in low, mid, and high-tech alternative and augmentative communication. Develops tailored treatment plans that significantly improve client communication skills and quality of life.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Benefit Therapy Services
Holly Springs
06.2024 - Current
- Independently facilitate culturally responsive in-person and telehealth speech therapy sessions for pediatric and adult clients of various backgrounds.
- Implement appropriate standardized, observational, and dynamic assessments for motor-speech, language, social communication, alternative and augmentative communication, fluency, and cognitive-communication.
- Cultivated detailed soap notes documenting daily client progress using Ensora EMR to enhance treatment planning.
- Consulted with caregivers, patients, and allied health professionals to facilitate education and promote collaborative care.
- Participated in community events to raise awareness and educate the public about available speech therapy services.
Graduate Student Clinician
UNC Head and Neck Cancer Clinic
Chapel Hill
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted supervisor with clinical swallow evaluations, MBSS, and FEES procedures to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
- Supported implementation of Passy Muir Speaking Valves to improve patient functional speech outcomes.
- Observed interprofessional collaboration to ensure comprehensive patient management and treatment planning.
Graduate Student Clinician
Small World Therapy
Hillsborough
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Facilitated in-person and teletherapy speech sessions for diverse clients, aligning interventions with individualized goals and family dynamics.
- Collaborated with supervisor and caregivers to track client progress and ensure effective at-home therapy implementation.
- Applied Cycles Approach for speech production in targeted client sessions, enhancing speech outcomes.
Graduate Student Clinician
Pathways Elementary School
Hillsborough
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with teachers and speech-language pathologists to assess student needs, monitor progress, and develop effective therapy goals.
- Facilitated push-in and pull-out speech therapy activities aligned with student Individualized Education Plans, enhancing targeted interventions.
- Efficiently assisted and conducted standardized and alternative articulation and language assessments.
- Cultivated parent friendly student progress reports based on data documented.
Education
Master of Science - Speech and Hearing Sciences
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05.2024
Skills
- Augmentative communication
- Diagnostic assessments
- Clinical documentation
- Telehealth services
- Monitoring progress
- Client advocacy
- Caregiver collaboration
- Cultural competence
- Professional consults
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Benefit Therapy Services
06.2024 - Current
Graduate Student Clinician
UNC Head and Neck Cancer Clinic
01.2024 - 04.2024
Graduate Student Clinician
Small World Therapy
06.2023 - 07.2023
Graduate Student Clinician
Pathways Elementary School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Master of Science - Speech and Hearing Sciences
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill