Kathleen Macias, BA
Summary
Compassionate professional with extensive background in providing exceptional patient care. Dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care to diverse patient populations. Proven track record of successful outcomes in high-pressure, fast paced clinical settings. Passionate about patient advocacy, education, and holistic healing.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Treatment/Financial Coordinator
Marin Dental Care
08.2018 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by effectively managing treatment plans and addressing concerns.
- Streamlined dental office operations through efficient scheduling and coordinating appointments.
- Improved patient retention by providing excellent customer service and establishing rapport with clients.
- Increased case acceptance rates by presenting comprehensive treatment options and financial arrangements to patients.
- Coordinated continuing education opportunities for dental staff members, promoting professional development within the practice environment.
- Nurtured a positive and supportive work environment for staff members by fostering open communication and teamwork within the office.
- Provided excellent customer service to create positive experiences and build patient trust.
Dental Assistant
Signature Smiles Dental Group
05.2010 - 06.2020
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists' evaluations.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH12.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Marin
Kentfield, CA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA06.2017
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Patient Assessments
- Fluent in Portuguese
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care Coordination
- NG Tube insertion and Care
- Professionalism
- Foley Catheter Placement and Care
- Time Management
- IV Placements & Lab Draws
- Organizational Skills
- Wound Care
Certification
- ACLS: Expires 03/2026
- BLS: Expires 03/2026
- NRP: Expires 02/2026
Volunteer Experience
MarinHealth Medical Center (Assisted Patients & Supported Staff on all Units)
MarinHealth Medical Center Vaccine Clinic
Clinical Experience
- Medical Surgical Care III — Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital 01/2024-03/2024
- Medical Surgical Care II (ICU, ED, Telemetry) –Kaiser Terra Linda 10/2023-12/2023
- Mental Health —Santa Rosa Behavioral 08/2023-10/2023
- Pediatric Care — CPMC Van Ness Campus 03/2023-05/2023
- Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Neonatal Intensive Care and Newborn Care—MarinHealth Medical Center 01/2023-03/2023
- Medical Surgical Care I—MarinHealth Medical Center 10/2022-12/2022
- Fundamentals, Skilled Nursing 08/2022-10/2022
Timeline
Dental Treatment/Financial Coordinator
Marin Dental Care
08.2018 - Current
Dental Assistant
Signature Smiles Dental Group
05.2010 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Marin
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Sonoma State University
- ACLS: Expires 03/2026
- BLS: Expires 03/2026
- NRP: Expires 02/2026
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