The Missing Link for SLPs

The Missing Link for SLPs

By Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLPMedicineHealth & FitnessEducation
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The Missing Link for SLPs episodes

  • A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP
    In this episode of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, I want to describe to you how my days play out as a medical speech pathologist in a variety of different settings. 
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    Format
    Storytelling and discussion based on “Post It note questions for the professor”
    Focus
    Mattie lays out her days in a variety of settings as a medical SLP.
    Story
    Key story that hits home from discussion - memory momento
    Discussion & Reflection Questions
    What happens during my day
    On a medical unit in a Level 2 trauma hospital
    In a rural hospital
    Outpatient clinic
    Home health
    SNF
    Private practice
    Telepractice
    Overseas
    With insights on
    How I start my day
    How a schedule is created
    Structure/vs no structure
    Flexibility
    Activities during the day in addition to therapy
    Challenge Of The Week
    This week, think about the medical setting that might best meet your interests and passions.
    Quote Of The Week
    “Successful people are not gifted; they just work hard, then succeed on purpose.”  G.K. Nelson
    Tip For Success
    Be mindful of what you enjoy and what you don’t enjoy as you work. Over the course of a career, you want to be doing what you enjoy, over and over.  
    Upcoming Topics
    Imposter Syndrome
    Keep the Conversation Going
    Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs
    22 min
  • An Introduction to the Medical SLP
    Ever wondered what it's like to be an SLP in a medical setting? Listen and learn with Mattie as she gives an overview of what it's like being a medical SLP!
    ---> Download this episode's “study guide” or the full audio transcript <---
    Format
    Storytelling and discussion based on “Post It note questions for the professor”
    Focus
    Become familiar with the responsibilities of the medical SLP
    Discussion & Reflection Questions
    Where might the medical SLP work?
    What type of disorders will a medical SLP evaluate and treat?
    What are the primary etiologies?
    How heavy is the caseload?
    What type of hours and flexibility can I expect?
    What is the pay scale and opportunities for advancement?
    Challenge Of The Week
     Think about the type of medical setting in which you would like to work...
    Quote Of The Week
    “The secret to success is to be ready when your opportunity comes.”  Benjamin Disraeli
    Tip For Success
    Always look for opportunities.
    Upcoming Topics
    A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP
    Imposter Syndrome
    Keep the Conversation Going
    Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs podcast! If you enjoyed the show, I'd love you to subscribe, rate it and leave a short review. Also, please share an episode with a friend. Together we can raise awareness and help more SLPs find and connect those missing links to help them feel confident in their patient care every step of the way.
    Follow me on Instagram, join the Fresh SLP community on Facebook or learn more at FreshSLP.com.  Let's make those connections. You got this!
     Do you have a question you'd like answered on the show?
    25 min
  • An Introduction to the Medical SLP
    Ever wondered what it's like to be an SLP in a medical setting? Listen and learn with Mattie as she gives an overview of what it's like being a medical SLP!
    ---> Download this episode's “study guide” or the full audio transcript <---
    Format
    Storytelling and discussion based on “Post It note questions for the professor”
    Focus
    Become familiar with the responsibilities of the medical SLP
    Discussion & Reflection Questions
    Where might the medical SLP work?
    What type of disorders will a medical SLP evaluate and treat?
    What are the primary etiologies?
    How heavy is the caseload?
    What type of hours and flexibility can I expect?
    What is the pay scale and opportunities for advancement?
    Challenge Of The Week
     Think about the type of medical setting in which you would like to work...
    Quote Of The Week
    “The secret to success is to be ready when your opportunity comes.”  Benjamin Disraeli
    Tip For Success
    Always look for opportunities.
    Upcoming Topics
    A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP
    Imposter Syndrome
    Keep the Conversation Going
    Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs podcast! If you enjoyed the show, I'd love you to subscribe, rate it and leave a short review. Also, please share an episode with a friend. Together we can raise awareness and help more SLPs find and connect those missing links to help them feel confident in their patient care every step of the way.
    Follow me on Instagram, join the Fresh SLP community on Facebook or learn more at FreshSLP.com.  Let's make those connections. You got this!
     Do you have a question you'd like answered on the show?
    25 min
  • An Introduction to The Missing Link for SLPs
    In today's edition of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, I want to explain to you where this podcast is going and why I even named it The Missing Link.
    ---> Download this episode's "study guide" or full transcript <---
    Format
    Storytelling and discussion based on “Post It note questions for the professor”
    Focus
    When we seek health care, we expect it to be the best and we expect our medical providers to do their best for us. This podcast is about helping you be the best SLP you can be.  
    Story
    Each episode I’ll share a powerful experience from the field and answer questions from SLPs new and growing in the field.
    Each episode will include a challenge of the week, a quote of the week, tips for success and a downloadable resource to help you keep moving between listens.
    Discussion & Reflection Questions
    How do you build your confidence?
    How to see the big picture of what you are doing and how does that fit in with who you are as an SLP?
    What are your strengths as an SLP, and how do you live in your genius?
    How do you practice ‘the art’ of being an SLP (compared to ‘the science’)?
    Challenge Of The Week
     Put this weekly podcast on your calendar and make the time and commitment to your growth as an SLP!
    Quote Of The Week
    “Wow, what a ride!  Look at what I have done and the lives I have touched and saved. I am but a very small part of some of these lives, but whose lives I have touched, I have made a good difference.”  Mattie Murrey
    Tip For Success
    Ask questions! Build a community!
    Upcoming Topics
    An Introduction to the Medical SLP
    A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP
    Keep the Conversation Going
    Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs podcast! If you enjoyed the show, I'd love you to subscribe, rate it and leave a short review. Also, please share an episode with a friend. Together we can raise awareness and help more SLPs find and connect those missing links to help them feel confident in their patient care every step of the way.
    Follow me on Instagram,
    9 min
  • An Introduction to The Missing Link for SLPs
    In today's edition of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, I want to explain to you where this podcast is going and why I even named it The Missing Link.
    ---> Download this episode's "study guide" or full transcript <---
    Format
    Storytelling and discussion based on “Post It note questions for the professor”
    Focus
    When we seek health care, we expect it to be the best and we expect our medical providers to do their best for us. This podcast is about helping you be the best SLP you can be.  
    Story
    Each episode I’ll share a powerful experience from the field and answer questions from SLPs new and growing in the field.
    Each episode will include a challenge of the week, a quote of the week, tips for success and a downloadable resource to help you keep moving between listens.
    Discussion & Reflection Questions
    How do you build your confidence?
    How to see the big picture of what you are doing and how does that fit in with who you are as an SLP?
    What are your strengths as an SLP, and how do you live in your genius?
    How do you practice ‘the art’ of being an SLP (compared to ‘the science’)?
    Challenge Of The Week
     Put this weekly podcast on your calendar and make the time and commitment to your growth as an SLP!
    Quote Of The Week
    “Wow, what a ride!  Look at what I have done and the lives I have touched and saved. I am but a very small part of some of these lives, but whose lives I have touched, I have made a good difference.”  Mattie Murrey
    Tip For Success
    Ask questions! Build a community!
    Upcoming Topics
    An Introduction to the Medical SLP
    A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP
    Keep the Conversation Going
    Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs podcast! If you enjoyed the show, I'd love you to subscribe, rate it and leave a short review. Also, please share an episode with a friend. Together we can raise awareness and help more SLPs find and connect those missing links to help them feel confident in their patient care every step of the way.
    Follow me on Instagram,
    9 min

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