Dynamic, detail-oriented professional with extensive healthcare experience, including role as Dental Hygienist in training for dogs at Howell'n'good Doggie Dentals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist for dogs
Howell'n'good Doggie Dentals
Atascadero, California
01.2025 - 08.2025
Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans for patients.
Provided post-treatment instructions to patients for optimal recovery and care.
Optometric Technician
Arena Eyecare
Sacramento, California
03.2021 - 10.2024
Assisted optometrist with more complex procedures, such as glaucoma testing, VEP, ERG, and retinal imaging.
Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as corneal foreign body removal.
Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
Performed preliminary eye exams, including visual acuity tests and color vision tests.
Ordered supplies from vendors, ensuring that the practice had adequate stock at all times.
Helped fit contact lenses on customers per doctor's instructions.
Managed and maintained patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Optometric Assistant
BLUE OAKS EYECARE INC
Roseville, CA
09.2017 - 11.2020
Managed the office's patient schedule and insurance database
Patient pre-testing and exam charting
Administered necessary diagnostic scans and tests
Experienced with Autorefractors, Tonometry, Visual Field Testing, OCT (Optical coherence tomography) imaging, and Fundus Photography.
Head eyewear lab technician and quality control specialist
Third Key Sales Associate
LEMOS FEED & PET SUPPLY
Morro Bay, CA
09.2013 - 03.2016
Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries in a retail environment.
Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
Earned management trust by serving as key holder, responsible for opening and closing store
Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve store performance.
Implemented visual merchandising strategies to enhance product displays.
Certified Nursing Assistant
MISSION VIEW HEALTH CENTER
San Luis Obispo, CA
05.2010 - 01.2012
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient documentation