Overview
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Fernando Rivas

Dollar General Market
Bakersfield,CA
10
years of professional experience

Customer Service Professional experienced in retail, caregiving, and healthcare support. Delivered respectful service and efficient operations through effective teamwork, problem-solving, and time management. Contributed to positive customer experiences by maintaining organization and providing attentive support in fast-paced environments.

Work History

Sales Associate

1 Year 8 Months
Dollar General Market | 02.2025 - 10.2026
  • Greeted customers, answered product questions, and resolved service concerns with professionalism.
  • Processed cash, card, and EBT transactions accurately using point-of-sale register.
  • Restocked shelves, rotated merchandise, and maintained organized sales floor displays.

Caregiver

2 Years 9 Months
Mentor Network | 03.2022 - 12.2024
  • Assisted with medication reminders, meal preparation, and household routines to maintain consistent care.
  • Supported daily living activities, promoting independence and personal choice for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Documented client behaviors and care activities accurately in daily progress notes and service records.

Medical Assistant

2 Months
Industrial Medical Group | 07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Assisted physicians with routine examinations, procedures, and patient positioning.
  • Recorded vital signs and updated charts with accurate clinical information for provider review.
  • Prepared exam rooms, sterilized instruments, and restocked medical supplies for daily clinic flow.
  • Supported patient intake, verifying demographics, insurance details, and visit documentation.

Sales Associate

2 Years 10 Months
Kohl's | 08.2017 - 06.2020
  • Reconciled register totals, verified prices, and corrected transaction discrepancies promptly.
  • Assisted with planogram resets, seasonal promotions, and endcap merchandising updates.
  • Recovered aisles, faced merchandise, and maintained clean, shoppable store conditions.
  • Unloaded freight, sorted shipments, and placed inventory in designated stockroom locations.

Host

1 Year 8 Months
Dennys Restaurant | 06.2016 - 02.2018
  • Greeted guests promptly and set welcoming first impression for dining experience.
  • Managed seating charts, waitlist, and table rotations to maintain balanced floor flow.
  • Coordinated with servers and managers to reduce delays during peak service periods.
  • Answered phone calls, handled reservations, and provided accurate dining information.

Education

Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

UEI College | Bakersfield, CA

High School Diploma

Santa Ana | Santa Ana, CA | 06-2012

Associate of Science - AS

Santa Ana College | Santa Ana, CA | 08-2028

MA - Medical Assistant

Santa Ana College | Santa Ana, CA | 06-2027

Skills

Customer service
Time management
Multi-tasking strength
Sales techniques
Problem-solving skills
Active listening
Sales prioritization

Timeline

Sales Associate

Dollar General Market
02.2025 - 10.2026Read More

Caregiver

Mentor Network
03.2022 - 12.2024Read More

Medical Assistant

Industrial Medical Group
07.2021 - 09.2021Read More

Sales Associate

Kohl's
08.2017 - 06.2020Read More

Host

Dennys Restaurant
06.2016 - 02.2018Read More

UEI College

Medical Assistant from Medical Assistant
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Santa Ana

High School Diploma
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Santa Ana College

Associate of Science from AS
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Santa Ana College

MA from Medical Assistant
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Fernando Rivas