Knowledgeable Former Dental Assistant with robust background in community health initiatives. Skilled at developing and implementing health education programs that promote wellness and prevent disease within diverse populations. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and effectively communicate health information to community members.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Health Worker
Trinity County Health and Human Services Agency; Public Health Branch
10.2024 - Current
Examples of important and essential duties include however are not limited to-
Served as a liaison between the community and health services.
Assist the public with access to local resources, promoting health and improving health outcomes for all individuals of Trinity County.
Conduct outreach, facilitate communication, meetings and events with the public and partnering agencies
Serves as a WIC nutrition assistant, provides nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, food assistance and referrals.
Obtains a certificate as a CPST Child passenger safety technician, educates caregivers on how to correctly and safely transport children in their care.
Community health worker for Trinity Counties Local Oral Health Program, promotes and educates good oral hygiene and how to prevent dental caries.
Educates members of the community, schools and childcares about healthy habits through various programs and materials.
Works with dental professionals, public health officials and community organizations to develop comprehensive oral health initiatives.
Provide resources that support oral health in the community.
Develop culturally appropriate educational materials to reach diverse populations.
Conduct events, create educational materials, and deliver presentations to raise awareness about oral health.
Prepare and coordinate presentations, schedules and outreach events with local schools, community based organizations and partnering agencies.
Administrative Clerk
Trinity County District Attorney
01.2023 - 10.2024
Examples of important and essential duties include however are not limited to-
Performed a variety of office, administrative, and general support work.
Gathered, and assembled data and information.
Served as an office receptionist, greeting office visitors and providing referrals to other county units and branches.
Maintained and updated records.
Provide discovery for special reports, projects and publications.
Lead Dental Assistant & Safety Manager
Anav Tribal Health Clinic
11.2016 - 11.2017
Examples of important and essential duties include however are not limited to-
Preparing patients for treatment, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist the dentist during dental procedures.
Record treatment information in patient records.
Assist dentists in management of medical or dental emergencies.
Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
Order and monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory.
Schedule appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, complete insurance forms, and maintain records, using a computer.
Community outreach for prevention education, and oral health promotion.
Served as a community educator for oral health, collecting data to recognize oral health disparities in rural communities.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental Radiology Safety, Infection Control
Dental Courses 4 U
El Dorado, CA
05.2017
Skills
Organized and detail oriented
Schedule management
Health education
HIPAA guidelines
Public outreach
Referral coordination
Motivational interviewing
Care plan development
Health promotion
First aid training
Certification
Dental Radiology Safety (CA Dental Board Approved) Certification
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