Teresa Pearson
Glendale,Arizona
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional that delivers excellent customer service. Highly motivated to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptable,with experience cultivating client relationships, identifying client goals, executing sales strategies that foster respect, loyalty, and mutually beneficial long-term business partnerships. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Amazing Grace Health, LLC
Goodyear, AZ
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public.
- Followed standard admissions procedures and documentation requirements for client intakes. Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and initiate individualized treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and treatments received.
- Educated clients on important life skills, housekeeping, and healthy food choices.
- Facilitated group education sessions Implementing evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy coping skills to alleviate: substance abuse cravings, reduce self-harm habits, develop emotional self-regulation, cultivate interpersonal communication techniques, and assist clients to prepare for post treatment employment.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with challenging situations.
- Transported and observed patients' behaviors during medical appointments, daily exercise, AA meetings, and recreational activities.
- Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse, recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs, and documented behavioral incidents.
- Encouraged clients to maintain healthy, regular communication with supportive family members and friends, participate in social interactions and other therapeutic activities, throughout their treatment.
- Supervise and document client self-administration of prescribed medications.
Behavioral Health Technician
Samfest Behavioral Homecare
Laveen, AZ
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy when working with clients.
- Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
- Enforced rules and regulations pertaining to residential treatment, while maintaining a therapeutic milieu.
- Supervised and documented client self-administration of prescribed medications.
- Provided emotional support to clients while encouraging the use of coping skills and emotional self-regulation.
- Facilitated group education sessions.
- Conducted searches of clients belongings upon return to facility.
- Initiated drug/alcohol testing and completed behavioral incident reports, as needed.
- Assisted the facility owner in preparing document submission requesting acceptance as an authorized provider for all health plans under the Arizona AHCCCS umbrella.
ARDMS Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer
Yavapai Regional Medical Center East
Prescott, AZ
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Prepared patients for ultrasound exams by explaining procedure, and obtaining: informed consent, patient diagnosis, associated symptoms.
- Acquired and analyzed images for accurate diagnosis of cardiac abnormalities and vascular problems, in accordance with established protocols.
- Created reports documenting findings from each exam using standard templates.
- Assisted cardiologists in special procedures.
- Maintained high quality standards of care by adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines set forth by the American Society of Echocardiography.
- Ensured proper maintenance and cleaning of ultrasound equipment.
- Attended regular staff meetings with other members of Cardiology Department to discuss best practices.
Caregiver - Home Health
Ability 360
Prescott Valley, AZ
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Functioned as an in-home care assistant for elderly clients.
- Supervised self-administration of prescribed medications.
- Assisted with personal hygiene.
- Prepared meals.
- Performed light housekeeping duties.
- Provided transportation to medical appointments and for personal errands.
- Advocated for clients when necessary.
- Awarded Regional Employee of the Month
ARDMS Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Cardiac Solutions
Peoria, AZ
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Acquired images of the heart and related structures for diagnosis and treatment by cardiologists.
- Generated reports that summarized data collected utilizing standard templates.
- Participated in quarterly IAC lab accreditation meetings.
ARDMS Registered Sonographer
Banner Healthcare
Sun City West, AZ
04.2015 - 09.2016
- Performed resting and stress echocardiograms, completed image acquisition during chemically induced gradient challenge exams for qualification of TAVR procedure.
- Utilized contrast agents for accurate wall motion interpretation and diagnosis.
- Completed post exam preliminary reports.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sterilizing equipment between uses.
Clinical Analyst: Remote Contract Provider
Agfa Healthcare
Phoenix, AZ
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Responsible for analyzing post-market customizations made to an FDA-approved medical reporting software.
- Participated with QA and IT teams to review project status.
- Drafted a Clinical Analysis Work Instruction subsequently approved for worldwide company use when retro-analysis of future post-market customizations are needed.
ARDMS Registered Sonographer
Arizona Pediatric Cardiology Consultants
Phoenix, AZ
04.2011 - 07.2013
- Performed complex pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms in a high-volume cardiology office.
- Acted as a liaison between AGFA and APCC to ensure successful multi-site network communication new ultrasound equipment and IT vendor reporting software solutions.
Skills
- Results Driven
- Business Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professional Demeanor
- Attention to Detail
- Reliable
- Effective Communicator
- Analytical Thinker
- Problem-Solver
- Lifelong Learner
Sales Industry Experience: Philips Medical Systems, NA. Bothell, WA
- Account Manager – Western Zone (01/01/04-05/01/04) Promoted the sale of radiology imaging equipment and imaging suites. Initiated new business opportunities and service solutions, planned and executed successful site visits, attended construction meetings, and resolved outstanding customer issues.
- GI Ultrasound Account Executive – Western Region (07/01/01-09/01/03) Achieved 152% of annual sales quota within a highly competitive market. Developed a business plan to assure gains in marketshare. Initiated a synergistic team approach to customer interaction resulting in sales strategies to win competitive business. Awarded President’s Board and Rookie of the Year within my first full year in a sales position.
- Cardiovascular Clinical Specialist – Southern Region (09/01/99-07/01/01) Applied listening skills and open ended questioning to focus presentations for key decision makers during equipment demonstrations. Provided education regarding the optimal use of newly purchased ultrasound technology during equipment installation. Supported research partners and provided feedback between clinicians and R&D. Received two Clinical Excellence Awards for outstanding performance.
Affiliations
High School Diploma
Horizon High School, Scottsdale, AZ
- Health Occupations Education With Clinical Experience
- Clinical Excellence Award
Credits Earned Toward Bachelor's Degree | GPA 3.36
Community Colleges, Arizona and Texas
Adult Cardiac Ultrasound and Physics Training OJT
Northwest Hospital, Tucson, AZ | 1992-1994
ARDMS Registered Adult Cardiac Sonographer (1994-2023)
Adult Vascular Ultrasound Training OJT
Thunderbird Samaritan Medical Center, Glendale, AZ | 1997
Adult Vascular Ultrasound Training Course
Philips Medical Systems, Bothell, WA | 2001
ARDMS Registered Vascular Sonographer (2001-2023)
Pediatric Cardiac Congenital Ultrasound Training
St. Joseph's Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ | 2005-2006
Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ | 2006-2007
ARDMS Registered Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer (2007-2023)
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Amazing Grace Health, LLC
06.2022 - 01.2025
Behavioral Health Technician
Samfest Behavioral Homecare
09.2021 - 03.2022
ARDMS Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer
Yavapai Regional Medical Center East
06.2019 - 03.2021
Caregiver - Home Health
Ability 360
01.2019 - 06.2019
ARDMS Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Cardiac Solutions
11.2017 - 10.2018
ARDMS Registered Sonographer
Banner Healthcare
04.2015 - 09.2016
Clinical Analyst: Remote Contract Provider
Agfa Healthcare
08.2013 - 08.2014
ARDMS Registered Sonographer
Arizona Pediatric Cardiology Consultants
04.2011 - 07.2013
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