Matthew Contreras
South Gate
Summary
Dental professional with solid foundation in dental assisting, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and collaborate effectively with dental teams. Known for attention to detail and excellent communication skills, fostering positive experience for patients and colleagues. With experience at Michael Kors, excelling in stock replenishment and workplace safety. Proven ability to maintain organized environments and enhance team communication. Successfully anticipated high-demand periods, ensuring optimal inventory levels. Adaptable and skilled in customer relationships, committed to achieving seamless operations and exceeding expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stock Associate
Michael Kors
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the stockroom.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to color, lightest to darkest.
- Assisted colleagues in other departments when needed to ensure cohesive store operations across all teams.
- Maintained effective team member communication, taking leadership roles when heavy traffic was implemented
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
- Anticipated high-demand periods by proactively maintaining adequate stock levels for popular items.
- Managed inventory storage in clean and organized fashion.
Dental Sterilization Technician
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained a sterile environment in the dental office through consistent cleaning, sanitizing, and organization of workstations.
- Reduced risk of cross-contamination by meticulously cleaning and disinfecting dental tools, trays, and equipment.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations and CDC guidelines for infection control.
- Received deliveries to stock supply closet and manage inventory of dental products and equipment.
- Prepared trays with standard dental instruments to promote quick turnover from one patient to next.
- Operated and maintained steam autoclaves by using distilled water, checking for leaks and cleaning air traps and water sensors.
Intern
05.2018 - 08.2023
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Education
Dental Assisting Certificate -
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CAInternational Studies Learning Center High School
South Gate, CASkills
- Workplace safety
- Hand-eye coordination
- Cleaning procedures
- Sales support
- Stock replenishment
- Customer relationships
- Product restocking
- Adaptable
Certification
Certified Dental Assistant
CA Dental Practice Act
Radiology
Infection Control
Fundamentals Dental Assistant
BLS Provider
Timeline
Stock Associate
Michael Kors
10.2024 - Current
Dental Sterilization Technician
08.2023 - 04.2024
Intern
05.2018 - 08.2023
Dental Assisting Certificate -
West Los Angeles College
International Studies Learning Center High School
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