Maayan Yihia
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated speech language pathologist experienced in diagnosing and treating speech and language disorders. Skilled in utilizing evidence based practices to develop effective, individualized treatment plans while closely monitoring patient progress. Committed to fostering strong therapeutic relationships through collaboration, empathy, and multicultural sensitivity.
Recognized for strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary team to support optimal patient outcomes. Highly motivated to continue developing expertise in assessment techniques, therapeutic interventions, and patient education. Driven by a genuine commitment to enhancing communication abilities and improving the overall quality of life,.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Vatikim
Bnei Brak, Israel
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each patient, leading to improved outcomes over time.
- Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patients'' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
- Tailored speech therapy techniques to adults recovering from strokes, significantly improving their communication abilities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by establishing supportive and encouraging therapy environment.
- Improved patient outcomes with tailored therapy sessions focusing on articulation, fluency, and voice disorders.
- Leveraged patient feedback to continuously improve therapy approaches and techniques.
- Increased patient engagement in therapy through integration of technology and interactive activities.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders for personalized treatment planning.
- Integrated cultural and linguistic considerations into therapy plans, addressing diverse needs of patient population.
- Conducted swallowing therapy with patients experiencing dysphagia, improving their ability to eat and reducing risk of aspiration.
- Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
- Educated patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and avoid personal misunderstandings.
- Provided information on speech improvement techniques and non-verbal communication methods.
- Documented developments and regressions in patients' speech, making treatment adjustments based on latest information.
- Facilitated improvement in clients' control of breathing mechanisms, jaw and facial muscles.
Education
Lurea - Speech And Language Therapy
University of Bologna
Italy03.2020
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Patience and tolerance
- Creativity and innovation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Activity planning
- Creative thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Time management
- Team education
- Patient centered approach
- Documentation and record keeping
Languages
English
Professional Working
Italian
Professional Working
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Vatikim
01.2021 - 12.2024
Lurea - Speech And Language Therapy
University of Bologna