MARIA A. TREJO
PASO ROBLES,CA
Summary
Nationally Certified Medical Assistant with a solid foundation in patient care, retail, and fast-paced environments. Skilled in aiding with clinical procedures, maintaining sterile environments, and communicating effectively with team members and diverse patients. Eager to apply medical training and hands on care skills in any setting focused on precision, comfort, and patient satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
CaliDental
Paso Robles, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Provide chair-side assistance during restorative and surgical procedures, ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort
- Prepare and sterilize instruments per OSHA and CDC infection control guidelines
- Manage patient's intake, records, and treatment plan using dental software
- Deliver post operative instructions and educate patients on oral hygiene techniques
Pharmacy Cashier
Walmart Pharmacy
Paso Robles, CA
05.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided front-line customer service in a busy retail pharmacy, accurately handled prescription pickups, verified patient information and managed payment
- Answered patient questions and directed them to a pharmacist as needed
- Managed patient profiles by accurately entering prescription information into the computer system
- Trained in basic pharmaceutical terminology and workflow, watched and completed online training videos on time
Beauty Advisor/Sales Associate
Sally’s Beauty Supply
Paso Robles, CA
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Provided customer service by helping customers in selecting beauty products based on their individual needs and preference’s
- Demonstrated deep knowledge of various beauty brands, product features, and benefits to effectively educate customers and drive sales
- Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales targets by actively promoting new products and upselling added items
- Maintained an organized and visually appealing display area to attract customer attention and enhance the shopping experience
- Collaborated with team members to create engaging product displays and promotional deals that increased customer satisfaction
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on the latest beauty trends, techniques, and new product launches
Front Cashier/Drive-thru
Wendy’s
Paso Robles, CA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Always kept a balanced cash drawer
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting customers with a friendly smile
- Managed high volume checkout lanes during peak hours while keeping accuracy and speed
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the checkout area, including bagging items properly and restocked supplies as needed
- Trained new employees on operating cash registers effectively
- Performed opening/closing duties including counting money from the register before/after shifts
Accounting Assistant
ProDocument Solutions
Paso Robles, CA
03.2015 - 01.2018
- Maintained and organized filling system for invoices, receipts, and other financial documents in alphabetical and numerical order
- Assembled new employee handbooks
- Opened new incoming mail wile also stamping envelopes to send mail out
Education
Dental Assisting -
SLO Partners
San Luis Obispo, CA06.2025
Medical Assisting -
San Joaquin Valley College
Atascadero, CA01-2021
High School Diploma -
Paso Robles High School
Paso Robles, CA01-2016
Skills
- Injection administration
- Dental assisting
- Sales expertise
- Infection control
- Bilingual communication
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Patient care
- Dental software management
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- X-ray imaging
Certification
- X-ray Certified, 06/25
- Infection Control Certified, 05/25
- BLS Certification, 02/27
- Nationally Certified Medical Assistant, 05/26
- HIPAA Certified, 05/26
- Injections and Safety Procedures Certified, 05/26
- Venipuncture Certified, 05/26
Timeline
Dental Assistant
CaliDental
12.2024 - Current
Pharmacy Cashier
Walmart Pharmacy
05.2021 - 12.2024
Beauty Advisor/Sales Associate
Sally’s Beauty Supply
01.2018 - 05.2021
Front Cashier/Drive-thru
Wendy’s
01.2017 - 01.2019
Accounting Assistant
ProDocument Solutions
03.2015 - 01.2018
Dental Assisting -
SLO Partners
Medical Assisting -
San Joaquin Valley College
High School Diploma -
Paso Robles High School
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