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Atif Azimi

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Compassionate Mental Health Technician with extensive experience at UNM Psychiatric Hospital, skilled in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques. Proven ability to observe behaviors and manage patient safety, fostering trust and promoting healing. Bilingual, enhancing communication and support for diverse patient populations. Committed to creating a secure and supportive environment for all clients.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Technician

UNM Psychiatric Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
02.2024 - Current
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.

Mental Health Technician

TLC Healthcare
Burlington, VT
10.2021 - 12.2022

Safety checks

Care for patients needs

Mental Health Technician

Texoma Medical Center
Sherman, TX
05.2019 - 10.2021
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.

Skills

  • De-escalation techniques
  • Behavior observation
  • Stress reduction techniques
  • Suicide prevention
  • Behavior management
  • Patient safety management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Bilingual in language and language

Certification

BLS

MOAB Certified

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Mental Health Technician

UNM Psychiatric Hospital
02.2024 - Current

Mental Health Technician

TLC Healthcare
10.2021 - 12.2022

Mental Health Technician

Texoma Medical Center
05.2019 - 10.2021
Atif Azimi