Sage Smith

- Swallowing and communication assessment and management across acute, inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation and community settings.

- Neurological (progressive and non-progressive), oncology/laryngectomy and ageing popoulations.

- Implemented principles of person-, family- and community-centred care to advocate for patient wishes in team goal setting discussions.

- Collaborated and communicated effectively with members of the MDT to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.

- Advocated for access to resources and professional development to ensure evidence-based intervention in rural healthcare setting.

• Urban, regional and rural outreach services within schools, homes and clinics for Indigenous and non-Indigenous populations
• Independent caseload management with supervision as required for various communication and swallowing difficulties across the lifespan.

• Supported speech pathologists, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists on the inpatient rehabilitation ward.
• Managed a caseload of administration tasks and patient treatments, requiring flexibility and re-prioritisation skills.
• Deepened, unique understanding of interprofessional practice.

• Busy ward requiring effective caseload management and prioritisation skills.
• Developed culturally responsive and safe practices while working with diverse client populations in a regional hospital setting.
• Formulated assessment and management plans for adults with complex communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Provided intervention in individual and group settings, liaising with an AHA.

• Outpatient clinic providing voice therapy in-person and via telehealth to patients with various vocal pathologies and chronic cough.
• Provided comprehensive, tailored assessment and intervention; utilising evidence-based outcome measures to modify treatment plans.
• Formulated home management plans and organised referrals for ongoing support to ensure continuity of care.

• High pressure, time-sensitive hospitality environment requiring strong communication skills with team members and customers.
• Conflict resolution skills and composed response to high-stress environments.

• Team-orientated hospitality environment with strong focus on prioritising and satisfying customer needs
• Upheld high occupational health and safety standards, with regular participation in workplace training.