Ashley Thompson
- Phone: +61 2 9123 4567
- Email: ashley.thompson@email.com
- Location: Sydney, Australia
- LinkedIn: ashley-thompson-neuropsych
Summary
Over 7 years of experience in neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for diverse patient populations across acute and rehabilitative settings. Proven ability to interpret complex neurocognitive profiles, formulate evidence-based treatment plans, and provide comprehensive consultation to multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient outcomes and recovery trajectories.
Expertise in differential diagnosis for neurodegenerative conditions, traumatic brain injury, and developmental disorders, contributing to precise patient management and improved quality of life through targeted cognitive rehabilitation strategies.
Experience
Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital -- Sydney, Australia
Mar 2021 – present
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Led a team of junior neuropsychologists, providing supervision and training in advanced assessment techniques and report writing, improving team efficiency by 15%.
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Conducted comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for over 300 patients with a range of neurological and psychiatric conditions, including dementia, stroke, and epilepsy.
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Developed and implemented individualized cognitive rehabilitation programs, resulting in a 20% improvement in functional independence for patients with acquired brain injury.
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Collaborated with neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry departments to integrate neuropsychological findings into holistic patient care plans.
Clinical Neuropsychologist, Westmead Hospital -- Sydney, Australia
Sept 2017 – Feb 2021
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Performed detailed neuropsychological assessments for inpatient and outpatient populations, informing diagnostic clarity and treatment planning for complex cases.
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Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings, presenting assessment findings and recommending evidence-based interventions for cognitive and behavioral challenges.
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Managed a caseload of approximately 15-20 patients per week, ensuring timely and accurate report generation and feedback sessions.
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Participated in a research project on early detection of mild cognitive impairment, contributing to a publication in 'Journal of Clinical Neuropsychology'.
Provisional Neuropsychologist, Brain & Mind Centre, University of Sydney -- Sydney, Australia
Jan 2016 – Aug 2017
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Completed supervised practice in neuropsychological assessment and intervention under the guidance of senior clinical neuropsychologists.
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Administered, scored, and interpreted a broad range of psychometric tests, developing proficiency in diagnostic formulation.
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Gained exposure to various neurological and psychiatric conditions, including neurodevelopmental disorders and mood disorders.
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Assisted in the development of patient education materials on cognitive health and brain injury recovery.
Education
University of Sydney, Doctor of Clinical Neuropsychology (DClinNeuro) in Clinical Neuropsychology -- Sydney, Australia
Mar 2013 – Feb 2017
University of New South Wales, Bachelor of Science (Psychology) in Psychology (Honours) -- Sydney, Australia
Mar 2010 – Nov 2013
Skills
Neuropsychological Assessment: Cognitive Screening, Diagnostic Interviewing, Test Administration & Interpretation (WAIS-IV, WMS-IV, CVLT-III, RCFT, Stroop, D-KEFS), Psychometric Analysis, Differential Diagnosis
Clinical Expertise: Neurodegenerative Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Psychiatric Comorbidity
Intervention & Rehabilitation: Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy, Behavioral Management Strategies, Psychoeducation, Family Counseling, Executive Function Training, Memory Enhancement Techniques
Research & Data Analysis: Statistical Software (SPSS, R), Research Design, Data Interpretation, Manuscript Preparation, Evidence-Based Practice
Professional Competencies: Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Report Writing, Patient Communication, Ethical Practice, Supervision, Consultation
Languages: English (Native)
