Danielle Smith
Somerset
Summary
Dynamic Pediatric Speech Therapist with proven expertise at Saint Peter's Healthcare System in patient assessment and therapeutic intervention. Skilled in developing effective treatment plans and IEPs, ensuring compliance and maximizing patient outcomes. Adept at progress monitoring and data documentation, fostering collaboration with families and educators to enhance communication skills in children.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Speech Therapist
Saint Peter's Healthcare System
New Brunswick
01.2024 - Current
- Evaluate patients using objective tests, measurements, and clinical observations across age groups.
- Develop therapeutic treatment plans aligned with written and signed physician orders.
- Execute treatment plans through therapeutic positioning, developmentally appropriate activities, and caregiver education.
- Document assessments, reassessments, and progress notes in accordance with department policies.
- Ensure compliance with established standards for all treatments and procedures.
- Demonstrate competency in equipment use within the scope of speech therapy practice for all ages.
- Manage clerical duties related to caseload, maintaining accurate data, and statistics per procedures.
- Monitor patient progress to ensure the achievement of maximum performance levels.
School Based Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Soliant
Salem
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Conducted speech and language assessments for students with communication disorders.
- Collaborated with educators and families to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs).
- Monitored student progress, adjusting therapy plans based on needs.
- Supported educational objectives by working closely with teachers and school staff.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Speech & Hearing Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Therapeutic intervention
- Treatment planning
- Progress monitoring
- Data documentation
- IEP development
Certification
- Valid NJ Speech-Language Pathologist License
- NJ DOE Certification
- CCC (Certification of Clinical Competence) preferred
- Experience in healthcare and pediatric speech therapy
- Proficient in managing a variety of disabilities, including articulation/fluency, autism, and Down syndrome
Accomplishments
NJSHA Student Leadership Award
New Jersey Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Recipient, [2022]
- Honored for exemplary leadership, initiative, and contribution to the advancement of Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences among student peers.
- Recognized for academic excellence and active engagement in professional development within the communication sciences field.
National Honor Society
Inducted, [2021]
- Selected for outstanding academic achievement, leadership, service, and character.
- Participated in community service initiatives and school leadership programs.
Timeline
Pediatric Speech Therapist
Saint Peter's Healthcare System
01.2024 - Current
School Based Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Soliant
01.2022 - 12.2024
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Speech & Hearing Science
Arizona State University
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