Ernestina Walker
Scammon Bay,AK
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Tirbal Court Administration
Native Village of Scammon Bay
Scammon Bay, Alaska
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Coordinated judicial schedules to ensure efficient court operations and timely case processing.
- Processed legal documents with high accuracy, maintaining compliance with court procedures and regulations.
- Supported courtroom technology setups, ensuring smooth operation during hearings and trials.
- Managed records management systems to maintain accurate and accessible court records.
- Developed community outreach programs to enhance public awareness of court services and resources.
- Trained staff on administrative procedures and best practices to improve overall efficiency.
- Provided public information services, addressing inquiries and disseminating court-related information.
- Collaborated with legal professionals to ensure accurate tracking of case progress.
- Implemented improvements to records management protocols, enhancing data retrieval and security.
- Supported courtroom staff in preparing for hearings by organizing case files and evidence.
- Prepared reports on court activities, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and timelines.
- Conducted regular audits of court records to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
Tribal Court Clerk
Native Village of Scammon Bay
Scammon Bay, Alaska
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Provided efficient courtroom assistance to ensure smooth proceedings during trials and hearings.
- Managed scheduling and coordination of court dates, ensuring timely notifications to all parties involved.
- Maintained case files with a focus on accuracy and organization for easy access and retrieval.
- Performed data entry and reporting tasks, updating case information in compliance with court standards.
- Assisted in record retrieval processes, ensuring prompt access to necessary documents for court functions.
- Coordinated document management systems to streamline filing and archiving of legal records.
- Reviewed and verified documents for completeness prior to submission to the court.
- Organized trial exhibits and evidence, ensuring proper labeling and secure storage.
- Trained new clerks on case management systems and court procedures to ensure a knowledgeable workforce.
- Documented court proceedings accurately, capturing essential details for official records.
- Collaborated with legal staff on case preparation, enhancing overall case strategy and readiness.
- Responded to inquiries from the public, providing timely and accurate information regarding court services.
- Scanned documents into digital format for archiving purposes.
- Reviewed incoming pleadings for completeness; verified accuracy of information before filing with the court.
- Collected fees from litigants at time of filing papers or making payments.
- Greeted visitors and answered inquiries regarding court policies and procedures.
- Organized documents for trial preparation; entered data into computer systems.
- Answered phones promptly and efficiently directed calls appropriately.
- Compiled statistical reports on cases heard by the court; tracked case progress through final resolution.
Dental Assistant
Yukon Kuskokwim Health
Scammon Bay, Alaska
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted in patient intake by verifying medical histories and updating records.
- Prepared treatment rooms by ensuring all necessary instruments were sterilized and organized.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices.
- Supported dental professionals during procedures by managing tools and equipment.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs before and after treatments.
- Administered chair-side support during minor dental surgeries and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels of dental supplies and placed orders as necessary.
- Scheduled patient appointments and maintained an organized calendar for dental staff.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of patients' oral health and reported findings to dentists.
- Maintained compliance with infection control procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients, ensuring comfort during visits.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
Wildland Firefighter
Division Of Forestry
McGrath, Alaska
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Executed fire line construction to control wildfire spread and protect resources.
- Participated in training drills to enhance firefighting skills and team coordination.
- Monitored weather conditions to assess fire risks and adjust operational strategies.
- Collaborated with team members during emergency response operations to ensure efficiency.
- Evaluated fire behavior and terrain to inform tactical decision-making.
- Performed maintenance on firefighting gear to uphold safety standards.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Scammon Bay Schools
Scammon Bay 05-2009
Skills
- Legal document processing
- Courtroom technology support
- Records management
- Case coordination
- Public information services
- Scheduling and planning
- Dental radiography
- Chair-side assistance
- Scheduling coordination
- Dental staff support
- First aid training
- Dentrix proficiency
- X-ray processing
- Chairside assistance
- Exam room setups
- Oral healthcare
- HIPAA compliance
- Sterilization techniques
- Treatment room breakdown
Timeline
Tirbal Court Administration
Native Village of Scammon Bay
07.2025 - 10.2025
Tribal Court Clerk
Native Village of Scammon Bay
01.2025 - 05.2025
Dental Assistant
Yukon Kuskokwim Health
09.2022 - 11.2023
Wildland Firefighter
Division Of Forestry
05.2022 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Scammon Bay Schools