Yuchang (Mike) Sun
Hughesdale
Summary
Experienced Speech Pathologist skilled in clinical knowledge, training junior staff, policy reviewing, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to develop tailored treatment plans that address diverse communication needs, ensuring holistic care and improved patient outcomes. Approach to care described as compassionate, transparency with emphasis on justice and clinical excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 2 Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
St. John of God Accord
Melbourne, VIC
01.2023 - Current
- Managed comprehensive clinical care for a caseload exceeding 40 participants, ensuring tailored support for diverse age and cultural demographics.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders in diverse populations.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior staff in therapeutic and administrative practices.
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address individual communication needs and goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance patient outcomes effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for clients and their families.
- Monitored progress and adjusted treatment plans based on client responsiveness and feedback.
- Mentored graduate students during clinical placements, providing guidance on evidence-based practice, ethical considerations, and professional growth opportunities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and treatment planning.
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
The Social Concept
Hybrid
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated scheduling and delivery of in-person and online telehealth appointments to enhance client access to care.
- Utilized effective time-management strategies to prioritize tasks and optimize workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated accurate completion of paperwork to meet submission deadlines and maintain compliance.
- Streamlined clinical operations to accommodate a higher patient care load, ensuring quality service delivery.
- Performed in-depth assessments of cognitive-linguistic abilities to facilitate personalized treatment plans and monitor progress.
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
Positive Care and Supports
Melbourne, VIC
04.2025 - Current
- Facilitated policy assessment for 'Nutrition and Mealtime Management Policy and Procedure' to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness alongside Managing Director and NDIS Auditor.
- Delivered exceptional clinical care while strategically expanding patient caseload in community settings.
- Assessed and diagnosed speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients of various age groups.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide the most effective therapy techniques for each patient''s unique situation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and treatment planning.
Education
Master of Speech Pathology - Speech Pathology
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne12-2019
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Autism spectrum support
Complex case management
Assessment and intervention in the area of Speech, Language, Voice, Swallowing, Fluency and Multi-modal Communication
Specialized skills in dysphagia evaluation and care
Thorough knowledge of NDIS policies and procedures
- Alternative communication
- Family education
- Clinical supervision
- Individualized treatment plans
- Telehealth practice
- Literacy development
Accomplishments
- 2017 - Application and Achievement Award awarded by MP for Mulgrave - Daniel Andrews
- 2025 - Caregiver Acknowledgement awarded by St. John of God Accord Executive Committee on responsiveness and kindness towards clients
- 2025 - Participation in research study: Currently undertaking systematic review of a dysphagia assessment tool
- 2026 - Moment of Excellence awarded by St. John of God Accord Executive Committee
Certification
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist since 2023
Certified Practitioner: Dysphagia Disorder Survey & Dysphagia Management Staging Scale
Member of Speech Pathology Australia
Languages
Chinese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
Positive Care and Supports
04.2025 - Current
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
The Social Concept
02.2025 - Current
Grade 2 Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
St. John of God Accord
01.2023 - Current
Master of Speech Pathology - Speech Pathology
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Melbourne