Empathetic Consultant Psychiatrist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychopharmacology, and patient-centered care. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and effective teamwork.
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Makhoola Al Khafaji
Pullman,WA
Summary
Work History
Al lraqia university college of medicine Pullman, WA
Consultant Psychiatrist
11.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted initial psychiatric evaluations of patients to assess their mental health status and formulate treatment plans.
- Provided individual, family, and group psychotherapy for clients with severe mental illness.
- Prescribed medications as necessary to treat mental disorders.
- Coordinated patient care with other medical professionals such as primary care physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses.
- Monitored patient progress in order to adjust treatments accordingly.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stressors in their environment or life circumstances.
- Educated families on how to best support the mental health needs of their loved ones.
- Facilitated referrals to other healthcare providers or community services when needed.
- Participated in professional conferences and workshops related to psychiatry and mental health.
- Reviewed records from previous hospitalizations or treatments in order to create a comprehensive treatment plan for each patient.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services in times of emergency situations involving psychiatric issues.
- Provided education about mental health topics during public speaking engagements at schools or community events.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that all aspects of a patient's treatment are addressed.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that can improve overall physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Supported patients through difficult periods of recovery by providing encouragement and guidance.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions in order to make adjustments if needed.
- Kept up-to-date on advances in psychiatry by reading relevant journals and attending seminars.
- Attended court hearings when required as an expert witness regarding psychiatric matters.
- Promoted awareness about available resources for individuals struggling with mental illness.
- Collaborated with nurses, doctors, social workers and psychologist to discuss treatment plans and progress.
- Worked directly with patients suffering from range of mental health problems and provided good standard of practice care.
- Monitored work of associate therapists to identify strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for improvement.
- Designed individualized care plans and conducted lab or diagnostic tests on patients to provide further information regarding particular mental disorders and general physical conditions.
- Spearheaded treatment protocol creation, rollout and training for multiple site psychiatry practice, resulting in streamlined processes and reduction in wait times.
- Carried out research and kept up-to-date with new information relevant to field.
- Assessed patients by reviewing mental and physical health along with individual backgrounds and current social situations.
- Gathered and maintained patient information and records and obtained social or medical history.
- Prescribed and administered psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders.
- Examined or conducted laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical condition or mental disorder.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
Education
College of Medicine Baghdad University Baghdad Lraq
M.D. from Clinical Psychiatry
12-1999
University Overview
Skills
- Stress management techniques
- Substance abuse treatment
- Patient-centered care
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Clinical assessment
- Individual and group therapy
- Physical assessments
- Treatment plan creation
- Health services coordination
- Progress report preparation
- Outreach programming
- Suicide risk assessments
- Developmental issues expertise
- Psychotherapeutic inventions
- Diagnostic test evaluation
- Therapeutic counseling
- Mental health awareness
- Group therapy facilitation
- Needs assessments
- Behavioral analysis
- Eating disorder treatment
Timeline
Consultant Psychiatrist
Al lraqia university college of medicine
11.2024 - Current
College of Medicine Baghdad University
M.D. from Clinical Psychiatry
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