Professional Health Care provider with strong background in clinical support and patient care. Known for excellent communication, patient management, and technical assistance during procedures. Dependable team player with focus on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing environments. Skilled in sterilization techniques, radiography, and maintaining infection control standards while providing the best patient care environment possible. Healthcare is my passion.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr. Andres F. Herrera, Dds
Salinas, CA
11.2025 - Current
Assisted in patient care and comfort during dental procedures.
Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring equipment readiness.
Managed patient records using dental management software for accuracy and compliance.
Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
Collaborated with dentists to develop customized treatment plans for patients.
Trained new staff members on office protocols and patient management techniques.
Conducted inventory management for dental supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes. (Multiple implant surgery, All-on-4 implant cases, vertical and lateral sinus lift cases, bone reconstructions using split ridge and sausage techniques, etc.)
Security Officer
Multiple
06.2022 - 11.2025
Monitored premises, ensuring safety and security for personnel and property.
Responded to incidents, coordinating with emergency services as needed.
Conducted regular patrols, identifying and reporting potential hazards.
Enforced access control procedures, maintaining a secure environment for visitors and employees.
Trained junior officers on protocols and emergency response procedures.
Developed incident reports, documenting findings and actions taken during security events.
Implemented crime prevention strategies, reducing incidents within assigned areas.
Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance community safety initiatives.
Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
Corpsman
United States Navy
Portsmouth, VA
04.2017 - 06.2022
I was in the United States Navy for over four years wherein I was extensively trained Hospital Corpsman. I have experience in assisting with medical care and treatment in a hospital setting, including the USNS Comfort, and various med-sites while deployed. My job included simple services like vital signs and medical recording. It also included more intense situations such as emergency medicine (gunshot wounds, stabbings, traumatic car accidents, domestic violence victims, self harm, etc.), sterile procedures, medication administration, and multiple variations of lab draws.
I worked in multiple inpatient care settings performing nursing duties(Med surg, Oncology, Gen surg, ICU, and the ER). I have successfully performed hundreds if not over a thousand blood draws and IV's while serving my time at NMCP(Naval Medical Center Portsmouth).
Administered emergency medical care to personnel in high-pressure environments.
Assisted in trauma and injury assessments, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
Managed medical supplies and equipment inventory for operational readiness.
Conducted routine health screenings and vaccinations for service members.
Trained junior corpsmen on clinical procedures and patient care protocols.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes during missions.
Developed training materials to educate staff on emergency response techniques.
Implemented process improvements for efficient patient management and care delivery.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Increased team morale through active participation in unit training exercises, fostering camaraderie among colleagues.
Reduced recovery time with compassionate post-operative care and timely wound management.
Supported humanitarian missions by providing essential medical care to affected populations in disaster-stricken areas.