ESMERALDA BENITEZ
Summary
Dedicated radiology clinical student with hands-on experience, focused on radiation safety, and patient education. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency, and maintain patient comfort during procedures. Bilingual communicator adept at addressing patient needs and ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
RADIOLOGY CLINICAL STUDENT
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured equipment was ready for use.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of clinical areas and equipment supplies.
- Responded promptly to patients' requests for assistance or services.
- Maintained patient safety and comfort during imaging procedures.
- Educated patients about procedures and answered their questions effectively.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Operated portable x-ray machines in order to capture images of patients at bedside or other locations inside the hospital premises.
- Reviewed medical histories and prepared patients for exams by positioning them appropriately on the exam table.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
RADIOLOGY CLINICAL STUDENT
WINTER HAVEN AT RADIOLOGY
Winter Haven
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured equipment was ready for use.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of clinical areas and equipment supplies.
- Responded promptly to patients' requests for assistance or services.
- Maintained patient safety and comfort during imaging procedures.
- Educated patients about procedures and answered their questions effectively.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Operated portable x-ray machines in order to capture images of patients at bedside or other locations inside the hospital premises.
- Reviewed medical histories and prepared patients for exams by positioning them appropriately on the exam table.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
Dental Assistant
KIANS DENTAL
WINTER HAVEN
07.2021 - 09.2024
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Managed patient records using dental software for scheduling and charting.
- Took dental x-rays and ensured image quality for accurate diagnostics.
- 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.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Lake Wales
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Managed patient records, including scheduling appointments and updating treatment plans.
- Operated dental equipment, maintaining cleanliness and functionality at all times.
- Collaborated with dental team to develop efficient workflow processes in the clinic.
- Assisted in the training of new dental assistants by providing guidance on protocols and processes.
- Maintained patient charts, including medical histories, medications, and allergies.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
WAITRESS
EL OLIVO
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
Education
High School Diploma -
LAKE REGION HIGHSCHOOL
Eagle Lake, FL05-2017
Associate of Science - RADIOLOGY
KEISER UNIVERSITY
Lakeland, FLSkills
- Radiation safety
- Medical history assessment
- Customer service
- Workflow efficiency
- Attention to detail
- Bilingual
Timeline
RADIOLOGY CLINICAL STUDENT
Moffitt Cancer Center
07.2025 - 08.2025
RADIOLOGY CLINICAL STUDENT
WINTER HAVEN AT RADIOLOGY
01.2025 - 02.2025
Dental Assistant
KIANS DENTAL
07.2021 - 09.2024
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
09.2019 - 07.2021
WAITRESS
EL OLIVO
08.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
LAKE REGION HIGHSCHOOL
Associate of Science - RADIOLOGY
KEISER UNIVERSITY
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