Pin-Chieh (Jessica) Chen

My interest in the field of speech pathology stems from a deep-seated desire to understand and enhance individuals' abilities in communication and swallowing within the community. A personal connection to this field continually drives me to advance my clinical skills, ensuring the highest standards of evidence-based practice and compassionate care for individuals and their families.

I am passionate about all facets of speech pathology, with particular interest and enthusiasm in language development, speech disorders, literacy enhancement, fluency, social communication, augmentative and alternative communication, and swallowing disorders.

I am eager to join a dynamic team where I can further refine my clinical skills, contribute my enthusiasm for speech pathology, and collaboratively foster a healthier, more communicative community where every individual can express their needs and desires.

Journey Early Learning: Semester 2. 2022

Screening of children in the kindergarten environment for strengths and potential areas requiring further support in terms of developmental language skills. This was completed using standardised assessments: the School Entry Alphabetic and Phonological Awareness Readiness Test (SEAPART) and the Preschool Language Scales, 5th Edition (PLS-5). 

UQ Speech Pathology Clinics (Speech Pathology Occupational Therapy- SPOT Clinic): Semester 1, 2023

Focused on assessments and interventions of three paediatric clients weekly and delivering appropriate interventions tailored to towards joint-attention, identifying language strengths and areas to work on and language and literacy skills. Collaborating with 4th Year OT student to develop management plan and provide interventions that target on both OT and SLP goals. 

The Townsville University Hospital: Semester 2, 2023

Predominantly managed rehabilitation inpatients with a focus on various of language assessments, bedside swallowing examinations, delivery of appropriate speech, language, and dysphasia interventions. Observations of Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) and Videofluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS) were undertaken. 

Therapy Alliance Group: Semester 1, 2024

Within a clinical context, assessments and delivery of appropriate interventions for developmental delays and disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and intellectual disability (ID) were completed. In kindergarten/ daycare visit, various activities and observation were planned and delivered through group time and free play to facilitate development. In both contexts, a strong emphasis was placed on adopting family-centred approach and and multidisciplinary team approach. Observations of speech pathology and occupation therapy joint sessions were undertaken. 

Royal Brisbane Children and Women's Hospital: Semester 2, 2024

Neurosurgery Clinic- yet to be completed. 

UQ Taiwanese-Australian International Student Association - Event & Sponsor Committee
January 2021 - December 2022

Collaborated with various clubs and associations to organize and host events.
Facilitated connections between local students and international students from diverse Asian countries.
Promoted Taiwanese culture and cuisine to foster cultural awareness and appreciation.

Taiwan Night Market 2022 - Sunnybank Hills Shopping Centre
July (Two nights)

Introduced and promoted Taiwanese food and culture to the local community.
Coordinated with multiple stakeholders to plan and execute the event successfully.
Assisted in pre-event and post-event logistics and communication efforts.

• Alisha Dicton

Senior Speech Pathologist- Townsville Rehabilitation Unit 

Available on request 

• Bronte Whitlock

Speech Pathologist- Therapy Alliance Group 

Available on request