Jaden Opinga
Rancho Cordova,CA
Summary
Motivated and dependable college student with over four years of experience in healthcare, customer service, childcare, administration, and community outreach. Experienced working in fast-paced environments requiring professionalism, organization, and compassionate care. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively, adapt quickly, and build positive relationships with children, families, coworkers, and the community.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Bethel Kids Dental
Lodi, CA
06.2022 - 05.2026
- Accumulated over 38 months and 2,610 hours of supervised clinical experience in a high-volume pediatric dental practice serving infants, children, and adolescents.
- Delivered compassionate patient care by helping children feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment through age-appropriate communication and reassurance.
- Performed coronal polishing and assisted with pit and fissure sealants under dentist supervision while continuing to expand clinical proficiency.
- Continued developing hands-on experience with chairside assisting and dental radiography while working toward California Registered Dental Assistant licensure.
- Prepared treatment rooms before procedures by organizing instruments, dental materials, and supplies for efficient patient care.
- Sterilized dental instruments and maintained strict OSHA, CDC, and infection control protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment.
- Broke down, disinfected, and reset operatories between patients following infection prevention guidelines.
- Checked patients in and out while providing professional, family-centered customer service.
- Scheduled new patient, recall, restorative, and emergency appointments and confirmed upcoming appointments by phone.
- Verified Medi-Cal insurance eligibility, reviewed medical histories, completed patient coversheets, and maintained accurate electronic patient records.
- Worked collaboratively with dentists, orthodontists, dental assistants, and front office staff to support efficient daily clinic operations.
- Earned certifications in Coronal Polishing, Infection Control, Dental Practice Act, and California Radiation Safety (X-Ray) and currently preparing for the California Law & Ethics Examination as part of the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) licensure process.
Family Caregiver
Private Family
Elk Grove, CA
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Served as the one of primary caregivers for my grandmother for approximately two months while my grandfather recovered from prostate cancer surgery.
- Assisted with activities of daily living including meal preparation, mobility assistance, medication reminders, dressing assistance, and companionship.
- Performed housekeeping duties including dishwashing, vacuuming, sweeping, bathroom sanitation, and maintaining a clean living environment.
- Completed grocery shopping, pharmacy pickups, medical errands, and transportation assistance as needed.
- Monitored daily well-being and communicated concerns with family members to ensure continuity of care.
- Demonstrated compassion, patience, reliability, and strong organizational skills while supporting an elderly family member.
Dental Assistant & Massage Therapy Volunteer
InterCP
Uzbekistan
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted dentists during an international medical and dental mission.
- Supported treatment preparation, patient care, and infection control.
- Assisted with preventive dental procedures and oral hygiene services.
- Provided massage therapy services promoting patient comfort and wellness.
- Worked alongside dentists, physicians, translators, and ministry teams.
Youth Leader and Volunteer
Rejoice Care Foundation
Elk Grove, CA
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Led Operation Christmas Child fundraising initiatives that raised over $4,000 for children in underserved communities.
- Organized fundraising events and coordinated volunteers to support nonprofit outreach efforts.
- Helped assemble and distribute more than 500 Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes filled with educational supplies, hygiene products, toys, and gifts.
- Participated in youth programs, homeless outreach, and community service projects supporting families in need.
- Developed leadership, teamwork, event planning, communication, and public speaking skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of The Pacific
Stockton, CABachelor of Science - Public Health
Cosumnes River College
Sacramento, CAHigh School Diploma -
Cosumnes Oaks High School
Elk Grove05-2025
Skills
- Key Skills
- Customer Service
- Childcare & Supervision
- Front Office Administration
- Appointment Scheduling
- Administrative Support
- Patient Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Organization
- Problem Solving
- Cleaning & Sanitation
- Leadership
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Adaptability
Timeline
Family Caregiver
Private Family
11.2025 - 12.2025
Dental Assistant & Massage Therapy Volunteer
InterCP
07.2024 - 07.2024
Youth Leader and Volunteer
Rejoice Care Foundation
08.2022 - 11.2022
Dental Assistant
Bethel Kids Dental
06.2022 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of The Pacific
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Cosumnes River College
High School Diploma -
Cosumnes Oaks High School