Maria Ramirez
Hayward,CA
Summary
Compassionate Advocate with outstanding communication skills. Possesses a strong dedication to developing and implementing specific treatments that improve client satisfaction and treatment effectiveness while working with impoverished populations and with disabilities. Assistance to victims of abuse in court procedures, network of resources, and hard work. My certifications include a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate, a Domestic Violence Advocate counselor, and a Mental Health First Aid.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advocate
US Veterans Affairs
08.2018 - Current
- Provided the client with social work, including community resources and brief counseling
- Act as an advocate to help him navigate the Veterans Affairs claims process and make sure the therapies he receives are appropriate for his physical and emotional conditions
- Assisted the medical professional in creating, analyzing, and comprehending treatment programs, such as those involving mental health evaluations
- Responded to the mental, physical, and cognitive needs of an adult veteran with a disability, managed money, and prepared meals to ensure their nutritional regimen was followed
- Follow the guidance of licensed nurses or physiotherapists while performing duties associated with healthcare, such as keeping track of vital signs and monitoring medication.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Fremont Maxillary Oral Surgery
Hayward, CA
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Expose dental diagnostic x-rays, position, and take CBCT.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to support worker's comp patients through TMJ therapy treatments and fittings of sleep apnea appliances for improved quality of life.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records with treatment details.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients by documenting their medical and dental histories, while accurately recording vital signs.
- Provided support to dentist in the prompt handling of medical or dental emergencies.
- Provide support to dentists by preparing patients, sterilizing or disinfecting instruments, and setting up instrument trays for dental procedures.
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations
- Performed assessments on information to determine adherence to set standards.
- Established and maintained interpersonal relationships
- Developed proficiency in oral understanding, verbal expression, and written understanding.
- Gained expertise in All on 4 / hybrid prosthesis procedures using a range of implant systems including Neodent, Nobel, and Hiossen
- Collaborated in orthodontic procedures for TMJ treatment as well as IV and oral conscious sedation.
- Dispensed surgeon-prescribed medications in accordance with established protocols.
- Collected specimens from biopsies or other tissue samples sent off for laboratory testing.
Education
Master social work -
California State University East Bay
Hayward, CA05-2026
Bachelors of Arts - Sociology
California State University East Bay
Hayward, CA05-2023
Associates of Liberal Art - Sociology
Chabot College
Hayward, CA05-2021
Skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Compassionate
- Spanish Fluency
- MS Office
- Adaptable
- Case assessment
- Verbal communication
- Time management
- Computer skills- MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- CPR
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
Volunteer Experience
US Caregiver Veteran’s Affairs, Palo Alto, 10/01/21, present
- Advocate to assist him in navigating his claims through the Veterans Affairs, ensuring his treatments are right for his physical and mental cases., Created and implemented activities that benefit patients and improve their social skills and self-esteem., Provided social work assistance, such as crisis intervention, short-term counseling, and community resource planning.
Domestic Violence Advocate Counselor, 07/01/23, present
- Advocate in assisting survivors through helpline, outreach, support groups, Provide confidential assistance in navigating the criminal justice and court systems., Provide supportive counseling in dealing with conflicting emotional and mental trauma., Trauma-informed care methods and policies, along with safe planning., Working with Unique Populations & Survivors with Disabilities., Immigration Recourse for Victims of Domestic Abuse
Missionary Trip Dental Care, Mexico, 2017 and 2023, 2 weeks
- Provided postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist; trained patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs; and provided dental treatment services to children and adults, Advocate for them and manage the system so they can receive free dental care.
Awards
- Citi program 2022 Biomedical Research- basic/refresher
- United Chapters of Alpha Kappa Delta International Sociology Honor Society
Accomplishments
- GPA: 3.5
- Dean’s List Fall 2021
- Dean’s List Fall 2022
Certification
October 2023
- Mental Health First Aid Domestic
- Domestic Violence Advocate counselor
August 2023
- Caridopulmonary Resucitation
september 2017
- X-Ray certification
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Assist
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Oral Surgery Assistant
Fremont Maxillary Oral Surgery
06.2019 - 09.2021
Advocate
US Veterans Affairs
08.2018 - Current
Master social work -
California State University East Bay
Bachelors of Arts - Sociology
California State University East Bay
Associates of Liberal Art - Sociology
Chabot College