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Cheri Higashimura

Buena Park,CA

Summary

Dedicated dental assistant with expertise in instrument sterilization and patient scheduling at Randall Kanemaki DDS. Proven ability to maintain a sterile environment and enhance patient safety through meticulous cleaning practices. Strong communicator, adept at collaborating with team members to ensure efficient operations and uphold health regulations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Randall Kanemaki DDS
04.2002 - 03.2025
  • 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.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10 procedures daily.

Recovery Clerk

Big Lots
12.2000 - 04.2002
  • Managed expired or damaged products through proper disposal procedures, ensuring adherence to health regulations and minimizing waste.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, contributing to an improved shopping experience for customers.
  • Participated in store-wide initiatives such as inventory counts, markdowns, and promotional events to boost revenue growth.

Ride Operations

Knotts Berry Farm
05.1999 - 10.2000
  • Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with park visitors and answering questions regarding ride operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between shifts, maintaining consistent ride operations throughout the day.
  • Monitored weather conditions closely, adjusting ride operations as necessary to ensure guest safety at all times.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on industry standards and best practices for ride operations.
  • Ensured guest safety by diligently checking ride restraints and monitoring ride operations.

Custodian

Randall Kanemaki DDS
01.1998 - 05.1999
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.

Education

Associate of Arts - Fine Arts

Cypress College
Cypress, CA
06-2001

Skills

  • Instrument sterilization techniques
  • Patient scheduling
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Treatment room setup
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment

Interests

  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Reading
  • Baking
  • Cooking

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Randall Kanemaki DDS
04.2002 - 03.2025

Recovery Clerk

Big Lots
12.2000 - 04.2002

Ride Operations

Knotts Berry Farm
05.1999 - 10.2000

Custodian

Randall Kanemaki DDS
01.1998 - 05.1999

Associate of Arts - Fine Arts

Cypress College

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