Teri Pearson
Glendale,AZ
Summary
I am a growth-minded individual that thrives working in a collaborative environment with multidisciplinary professionals focused on the health, safety, and recovery of the mental health, substance, or dual-diagnosis clients they serve.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Amazing Grace Health LLC
Goodyear , AZ
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess vital signs, and obtain treatment history.
- Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Communicated with associate staff, administration, and psychiatric providers regarding any change in client behavioral status, condition, or needs.
- Supervised resident self-administration of oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, encouraging ways to help improve overall health and achieve treatment plan goals
- Facilitated diagnosis appropriate, evidence-based group sessions.
- Monitored resident demonstration of important life skills, housekeeping, and food preparation.
- Transported and supervised clients at AA meetings, gym, medical appointments, and outings.
- Prepared balanced meals.
- Provided crisis intervention services to patients in need.
- Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Responded to emergency situations.
- Planned and executed quarterly disaster and fire drills.
Behavioral Health Paraprofessional/BHT
Samfest Behavioral Health, LLC
Laveen , AZ
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Coordinated with other members of the treatment team to ensure that each client's needs were being met.
- Supported staff by attending clinical meetings and trainings related to behavioral health topics. Completed Intake Assessment & Treatment Plan Development Training.
- Utilized positive reinforcement and other evidence-based practices to encourage desirable behaviors.
- Educated clients on the importance of self-care, stress management techniques, and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Assisted client in self-administration of medications, monitoring side effects as prescribed by medical professionals.
- Supported patients in active mental health crisis or drug and alcohol withdrawal providing interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Yavapai Regional Medical Center East
Prescott , AZ
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Maintained high quality standards of care by adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines set forth by the American Society of Echocardiography.
- Reviewed patient histories prior to exams in order to understand individual needs better.
- Prepared patients for ultrasound exams by explaining procedure, obtaining informed consent and positioning patient correctly.
- Performed detailed echocardiographic and vascular examinations to assess cardiovascular anatomy, function, and disease states.
- Identified and documented abnormal findings of the cardiovascular system on patient's preliminary report.
- Completed cardiovascular stress echos, contrast echos, bubble studies, and assisted the cardiologist during transesophageal echocardiograms.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Caregiver/Home Care Provider
Ability 360
Prescott Valley , AZ
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Education
OJT: Cardiac Ultrasound And Physics
Northwest Hospital And Medical Center
Tucson, AZ10-1994
Cardiac Ultrasound
Keith Mauny And Associates
Irving, TX06-1993
High School Diploma -
Horizon High School
Scottsdale, AZ06-1987
Skills
- Admission Intake
- Co-occurring Disorders Knowledge
- Patient Observation
- ADL/Mental Health Support
- Medication Management
- Group Facilitation - Substance and Mental Health Recovery
- Coping Skills Education
- Client Transportation
- Conflict De-escalation
- Incident Reporting
- Team Collaboration
- Multicultural Competence
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Amazing Grace Health LLC
06.2022 - 05.2024
Behavioral Health Paraprofessional/BHT
Samfest Behavioral Health, LLC
09.2021 - 03.2022
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Yavapai Regional Medical Center East
06.2019 - 03.2021
Caregiver/Home Care Provider
Ability 360
01.2018 - 06.2019
OJT: Cardiac Ultrasound And Physics
Northwest Hospital And Medical Center
Cardiac Ultrasound
Keith Mauny And Associates
High School Diploma -
Horizon High School
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