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MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Summary

Sympathetic Mental Health Tech offering extreme compassion and extensive experience working with mental health intervention. Adept at performing risk assessment, crisis intervention and psycho-education. Dedicated and energetic with excellent listening skills and the ability to establish therapeutic relationships with patients while helping with daily living.

Caring Mental Health Tech willing to work as many hours per week as necessary. Recognized as being the most popular tech among staff and patients. Adept at providing mental health care services to people of different backgrounds. Effective communication and behavioral plan implementation abilities. Focused on enhancing the quality of life of patients.

Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.

Skills
  • Health plan benefits
  • Discharge planning
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Patient assessment
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Administrative support
  • Team management
  • Communications
  • Organization
Experience
Company Name | City, StateMental Health Technician08/2019 - 04/2020
  • Handled various patient-oriented duties, including vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
  • Supported patients by identifying and addressing mental health challenges.
  • Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
  • Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
Company Name | City, StateResident Instructor07/2017 - 08/2019
  • Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
  • Closely monitored and recorded student progress to create detailed learning plans for struggling students.
  • Observed children and recorded activities, maintained daily records and created safe environments during activities, meals and naps.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among class of [Number] students.
Company Name | City, StateMedical Assistant01/2019 - 01/2019
  • Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
  • Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files.
  • Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
  • Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatuses.
  • Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
  • Recorded vital signs and medical history for [Number] patients each [Timeframe].
  • Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
Company Name | City, StateDirect Care Staff Member12/2016 - 04/2017
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens [Number] times per [Timeframe] to prevent spread of infection.
  • Transported clients to complete required tasks such as medical appointments and grocery shopping.
  • Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
  • Ambulated individuals with safe and effective strategies around home, public and medical locations.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Reported concerns to supervisory [Job title] to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
  • Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Cleaned homes and performed light chores to ensure clients' safety and comfort.
  • Planned daily activities to allow clients opportunities for light exercise.
  • Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
Education and Training
Troy University | City, StateBachelor of Science in Nursing
Bishop State Community College | City, StateAssociate of Science in Nursing
Leflore High School | City, StateHigh School Diploma2016
Victory Proffesional Development Center | CityMedical Assistant2019

80 hours completed

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Troy University
  • Bishop State Community College
  • Leflore High School
  • Victory Proffesional Development Center

Job Titles Held:

  • Mental Health Technician
  • Resident Instructor
  • Medical Assistant
  • Direct Care Staff Member

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
    Associate of Science in Nursing
    High School Diploma
    Medical Assistant

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