Taylor Rainey
Durham
Summary
Certified Speech Language Pathologist with Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). Extensive work with adult & geriatric populations evaluating and treating diagnoses of: dysphagia, dysarthria, speech and language disorders, cognitive disorders and some voice disorders. Experience in completing MBS studies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
HealthPRO Heritage
Roxboro, NC
08.2023 - Current
- Perform high-quality patient care including evaluations, treatment implementation, and modification for adults/geriatrics with dysphagia, dysarthria, apraxia, voice, speech/language, and cognitive disorders.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Effectively managed caseloads within a variety of settings, including acute care, short-term rehab, long-term care, and outpatient.
- Served as a clinical instructor for graduate SLP students, providing education and guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
Speech Language Pathologist
Ventura MedStaff
Rocky Mount, NC
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided direct patient care and family education for adult & geriatric patients, including evaluation, treatment, and appropriate documentation. Settings include inpatient rehabilitation and long-term care.
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Served as a mentor for new Speech-Language Pathologists, guiding best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
Speech Language Pathologist
Encore Rehabilitation
Marietta, OH
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided quality patient care, including initial evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning in a skilled rehabilitation setting.
- Patients' diagnoses include neurological, respiratory, and general aging conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Gained experience with vent and tracheostomy patients and collaborating with the respiratory therapy team.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05.2018
Skills
- Acute rehabilitation background
- Outpatient therapy background
- Clinical supervision experience
- MBS proficient
- Time management proficiency
- Diagnostic Testing
- Caseload Management
- Patience and tolerance
- Collaboration and teamwork
Certification
- ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist
- Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist by State of North Carolina
- BLS Certified
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
HealthPRO Heritage
08.2023 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
Ventura MedStaff
01.2022 - 04.2023
Speech Language Pathologist
Encore Rehabilitation
08.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania