Brazillian Jiu Jitsu
Christine Edamatsu
Tyler,Texas
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Dental Assistant
Huang Dentist
Rosemead, CA
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information and maintaining records.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
Office Assistant
West San Gabriel Valley, YMCA
Alhambra, CA
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Prepared meeting rooms and materials and recorded important information.
- Developed correspondence letters, memos and emails.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
Customer Service Associate
Community Health Clinic
Alhambra, CA
- Developed and actualized customer service initiatives to decrease wait times.
- Maintained organized files and stocked supplies to support team needs and maximize performance.
- Reviewed time sheets, prepared attendance reports and processed payroll for office staff.
Clerical Assistant
California State University
Los Angeles, CA
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Maintained organized files and stocked supplies to support team needs and maximize performance.
- Reviewed time sheets, prepared attendance reports and processed payroll for office staff.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
Volunteer - Youth Mentor
Pure Love Alliance 01/97 New York, NY It Is A Na
New York, NY
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Complemented paid staff to successfully execute organization's mission.
- Provided guidance and support to participants to promote memorable experiences.
- Adhered to privacy policies and procedures for served populations.
- Completed administrative tasks such as answering phones, filing paperwork and data entry.
- Participated in session wrap up to provide feedback for continuous improvement of program.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Became strong advocate for purity and family values.
- Coordinated activities providing safety requirements for participation.
- Participated in marketing and fundraising to promote organizational awareness.
- Coordinated team-building group activities to promote socialization.
- Gathered opinions and support from grass-roots supporters to solidify group position.
Volunteer Worker
Miami Jewish Home And Hospital For The Aged 07/95
Miami, FL
07.1995 - 07.1996
- Took newspapers, flowers and other personal items to patients on all floors.
- Reported patient requests, concerns and other observations to staff.
- Assessed patient room and care environment to optimize patient comfort by keeping areas free of clutter.
- Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer
Inner City Games
Miami, FL
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
- Assembled and disassembled tents for offsite events.
- Supervised groups of children in log cabins for sleepaway camp.
- Helped at-risk youths in low-income areas by guiding, mentoring and counseling, as well as encouraging each to achieve personal and spiritual goals.
- Counseled individuals on self-discipline and personal accountability.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching and participating with campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
Tutor Volunteer
Inner-city Tutoring Program
Compton, CA
- Determined concepts needing priority focus of tutorial sessions by reviewing and assessing student work, notes and discussions.
- Developed enrichment materials resource files for use in tutorial sessions.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Aided students with planning and preparation for class projects.
- Taught study skills and other methods for test preparation.
- Assisted students with homework using curriculum and materials provided by program.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Stressed importance of good study habits by encouraging students to create personalized study plans.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts-Asian Studies
City College of New York
New York, NY 05.1998 - 05.1999
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California State University, C.A.R.P Academy
09.1994 - 06.1997
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06.1995 - 06.1996
Graduate -
Alhambra High School
09.1991 - 06.1994
Skills
Strong manual dexterity
Patient intake procedures
Dental office administration
Treatment room cleanup
Equipment sterilization
Dental staff assistance
Patient relations
50 WPM typing speed
Filing and data archiving
Scheduling and calendar management
Database Management
Office management
Mail handling
Social media knowledge
Scheduling
Administrative support
Office administration
Certification
Certified NRA Instructor] - [2018-present]
Interests
Timeline
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts-Asian Studies
City College of New York
05.1998 - 05.1999
Volunteer - Youth Mentor
Pure Love Alliance 01/97 New York, NY It Is A Na
01.1997 - 01.1998
Volunteer Worker
Miami Jewish Home And Hospital For The Aged 07/95
07.1995 - 07.1996
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06.1995 - 06.1996
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California State University, C.A.R.P Academy
09.1994 - 06.1997
Graduate -
Alhambra High School
09.1991 - 06.1994
Dental Assistant
Huang Dentist
Office Assistant
West San Gabriel Valley, YMCA
Customer Service Associate
Community Health Clinic
Clerical Assistant
California State University
Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer
Inner City Games
Tutor Volunteer
Inner-city Tutoring Program