Madeline Nadine Penkoff
Mt. Pleasant,SC
Summary
Flexible Speech-Language Pathologist with passion for assisting patients in pursuit of improved communication and swallowing skills. Advanced interpersonal skills with 5 years of experience in developing individualized plans to meet patients' needs as an SLP. Highly organized, detail-oriented and productive professional. Familiar with all aspects of screening, evaluating, management, and treatment of a wide range of disorders. Knowledge of swallowing, neurogenic etiologies, medical etiologies, traumatic injuries, head & neck cancer patients, and intellectual disabilities. Successful at cultivating productive relationships with diverse patients. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
North Charleston, SC
12.2023 - Current
- Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed language and cognitive-communication disorders, and dysphagia.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop treatment strategies and goals for patients.
- Coordinated with medical professionals regarding care plans for medically complex patients.
- Created individualized home programs for families to carryover learned skills between therapy sessions.
- Monitored progress of patients through data collection procedures on standardized assessments and informal measures.
- Participated in family trainings with caregivers on how to best support individuals who have difficulty communicating and swallowing.
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve areas of deficits.
- Utilized technology such as iPads or computer software programs during therapy sessions when appropriate.
Speech-Language Pathologist
PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Georgetown
Georgetown, DE
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia in both the acute inpatient rehab and/or outpatient clinic (located in same building).
- Provided consultation to educators and medical professionals, advising on communication strategies to better accommodate individuals with hearing and speech issues.
- Attended interdisciplinary team meetings to plan for safe discharges.
- Maintained productivity above 80%.
- Worked with patients and other clinical professionals to develop treatment plans for speech, language, and dysphagia.
- Administered MOCA to screen for cognitive-linguistic deficits and plan appropriate care.
- Utilized a variety of assessment (e.g., CLQT, QAB, WAB, etc.)
- Conducted and interpreted MBSS to further assess swallow function in medically fragile patients.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Speech-Language Pathologist
TidalHealth
Seaford, DE
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Consulted, evaluated, and diagnosed language and cognitive-communication disorders and dysphagia in the acute care setting.
- Provided thorough evaluations and made targeted recommendations.
- Provided instruction to enhance speech and swallowing for patients and caregivers.
- Utilized MBSS equipment to comprehensively examine the contributing factors of dysphagia.
- Conducted formal screeners/evaluations at bedside (QAB, SLUMS).
- Constructed long-term and short-term goals to be implemented in the acute-care setting.
- Completed documentation according to compliance requirements.
- Continuous assessment of effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Responsible for all EMR documentation and billing.
- Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families.
- Tracheostomy care and experience with Passy-Muir Speaking Valves.
- Strong Patient advocacy
Speech-Language Pathologist
Westchester Medical Center
Valhalla, NY
02.2021 - 04.2022
- (Per Diem: Acute setting & Physical Medicine Inpatient Rehabilitation (PMR)) Coverage included on-call duties to the entire 652 bed hospital.
- Conducted clinical bedside speech/language and swallow evaluations for adults on the Cardiac floor/Cardiac ICU, Medical floor/Medical ICU, Neurology & Neurosurgery floor/Neurology & Neurosurgery ICU, Trauma ICU in the acute care setting.
- Responsible for diagnosing and implementing long-term and short-term goals in the acute care setting.
- Conducted formal screeners/evaluations at bedside (CLQT, BDAE, WAB, WMC screener).
- Collaborated with a variety of interdisciplinary team members to determine appropriate plan of care.
- Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Responsible for all EMR documentation and billing.
- Counseled and provided recommendations to patients, caregivers and families about dysphagia and cognitive-communication disorders.
- Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Center for Pediatric Therapy
Fairfield, CT
10.2021 - 04.2022
- (Per Diem)
- Diagnosed and treated fluency disorders, language delays, articulation or phonology delays for patients ranging from 18 months to 13 years old.
- Performed and documented initial exams and determined appropriate diagnoses.
- Established realistic speech therapy goals for over 15 patients.
- Detailed interventions taken and patient progress in written reports.
- Utilized appropriate testing and assessment protocols to evaluate patients.
- Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Services provided in-person and via telehealth
- Responsible for all EMR documentation and billing.
- Supported patient treatment plan and key objectives by involving families in therapy process.
- Counseled and made recommendations to patients, caregivers and families about communicative strategies and devices.
- Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families.
- Consulted with other direct-care staff and worked with caregivers to implement home programs which achieved language based and/or fluency based therapy goals.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Cooperative Educational Services
Trumbull, CT
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Worked with patients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder impacted with severe communication and sensory processing disorders.
- Individuals required a small self-contained classroom with 1:1 staff ratio.
- Individuals may require physical management from staff to maintain a safety of themselves and others.
- Responsible for selecting, performing, and documenting appropriate diagnostics services/procedures for assessing a student’s current speech, voice, hearing, and language performance levels and the instructional therapy needs of assigned caseload
- Responsible for developing and implementing a therapy schedule, remedial goals and objectives/recommendations for therapy and pre- and post- assessment tools to support the identified speech and language needs of each students assigned to the caseload
- Responsible for annual and triennial assessment of students to determine eligibility for continued service, as well as 30-day reports for new students on caseload
- Designed and delivered instruction using a variety of instructional methods, materials and strategies
- Provided assessment information and awareness of appropriate alternative communication approaches
- Collaborated with special education teacher, classroom support staff, related service staff, administrators, and parents/families
- Implemented therapy via telehealth during COVID-19 Pandemic.
- Supported student treatment plan and key objectives by involving families in therapy process.
- Assisted in IEP goal development and gave professional input determining student progress.
- Conducted regular IEP meetings to address educational concerns related to speech therapy.
- Utilized appropriate testing and assessment protocols to evaluate students referred to program.
- Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Counseled and made recommendations to patients, caregivers and families about communicative strategies and devices.
- Evaluated treatment goals and student progress on continuous basis.
SLP Graduate Clinician
Westchester Medical Center, Crothall Service Group
Valhalla, NY
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Conducted clinical bedside speech/language and swallow evaluations for adults with neurogenic etiologies. Included writing diagnostic reports.
- Conducted formal screeners/evaluations at bedside (CLQT, BDAE, WAB, WMC screener). Exposed to Coma stimulation.
- Assisted with objective barium swallow evaluations and FEES for adults with dysphagia. Included writing diagnostic reports.
- Introduced prophylactic swallowing exercises for patients with head and neck cancer. Provided treatment and counseling to laryngectomees and exposed to TEP, voice prosthesis, and electrolarynx speech. Provided skilled electrolarynx training.
- Assisted with speech and swallow assessments using a Passy Muir Speaking valve on patients following tracheostomy procedures.
- Constructed long-term and short-term goals to be implemented in the acute-care setting.
- Responsible for all EMR documentation of patients.
Education
Master in Science - Speech-Language Pathology
New York Medical College
Valhalla, NY05.2019
Master of Arts - Special Education
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders
University of Rhode Island, College of Human Health And Sciences
Kingston, RI12.2013
Skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Continuous Improvement
- Friendly& positive attitude
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professional demeanor
- Reliability
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Task prioritization
- Team collaboration
- Time management proficiency
- Verbal and written communication skills
Accomplishments
- Team Member of the Quarter
- TidalHealth April 2023: Received company wide recognition prior to completing first year of employment for excellent patient care and advocacy.
Scientific and Professional Presentations
- ASHA Convention: Orlando, FL. November 2019: “Dysphagia and severe food allergies: One thickening option for liquids using the IDDSI flow test,” oral technical presentation at the American Speech-Language Hearing Association’s National Convention, with Michelle DiMattia, Angela Melkonian, Alexis Maloney, and Madeline Penkoff
Certification
- American Speech and Hearing Association Certification
- BLS certified
- Connecticut State Department of Education (165) Special Education Teaching Certification
- Delaware DIVISION OF PROFESSIONAL REGULATION Speech Language Pathologist Certification
- Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) Certification
- Maryland Department of Health Speech and Language Pathologist Permit
- MBSIMP certified 2023
- MOCA certified 2023
- New York Department of Education Speech and Language Pathologist Certification
- South Carolina SLP license
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Georgetown
05.2023 - 09.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist
TidalHealth
06.2022 - 08.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist
Center for Pediatric Therapy
10.2021 - 04.2022
Speech-Language Pathologist
Westchester Medical Center
02.2021 - 04.2022
Speech-Language Pathologist
Cooperative Educational Services
08.2019 - 04.2022
SLP Graduate Clinician
Westchester Medical Center, Crothall Service Group
09.2018 - 12.2018
Master in Science - Speech-Language Pathology
New York Medical College
Master of Arts - Special Education
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders
University of Rhode Island, College of Human Health And Sciences
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