Guadalupe Vargas
East Moline,IL
Summary
Motivated and precise individual looking for an opportunity to be able to learn and apply my abilities. By applying excellent communication skills, effective problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, organized individual.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Receptionist
Parkway View Family Dentistry
Moline , IL
09.2021 - Current
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
- Collected room deposits, fees and payments.
Fire Fighter
Silvis Fire Department
Silvis, Illinois
01.2016 - Current
- Minimizes fire damage by responding to alarms; operating equipment; regulating water pressure; combating and extinguishing fires.
- Maintains fire station building, grounds, and related equipment by completing maintenance schedules.
- Ensures availability of water at fire scene by testing hydrants; requesting and expediting repairs; verifying repair.
- Prepares citizens to prevent fire damage by developing and conducting educational and training programs.
Veterinary Technician
East Moline Animal Clinic
East Moline, IL
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture.
- Monitored health and behavior of animals by looking for urine and fecal output, completing weight checks and observing appetite during feeding.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
- Collect and record animal history
- Restring animals for examination or treatment.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
Server
Uncle Benny's Gyros
East Moline, IL
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
- Cleaned or coordinated cleaning of indoor and outdoor dining spaces, placed trash in receptacles and replenished supplies.
- Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
United Township High School
East Moline, IL06.2016
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Dental Assisting Technologies
Moline, IL11.2020
Skills
- Speak English and Spanish fluently
- Ability to take initiative, decision making and problem solving
- Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality
- Able to multitask and work in a fast paced environment
References
Chris Elliott
Previous Instructor
309.269.6377
Ashley Engh
Friend
309.269.6285
Greg Hart
Friend/Coworker
309.781.2470
Timeline
Front Desk Receptionist
Parkway View Family Dentistry
09.2021 - Current
Veterinary Technician
East Moline Animal Clinic
10.2018 - 06.2020
Server
Uncle Benny's Gyros
10.2017 - 10.2019
Fire Fighter
Silvis Fire Department
01.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
United Township High School
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Dental Assisting Technologies