Melisa Gonzalez Alvarez
McAlester
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a strong work ethic, honed at McAlester Regional Health Center. Proven ability to excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork skills. Adaptable and dependable, with a commitment to patient safety and satisfaction, leveraging computer skills to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CSS II
McAlester Regional Health Center
McAlester, OK
09.2020 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Registered Dental Assistant
Miller Family Dentistry
McAlester, OK
03.2014 - 06.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Typed patient data into computer system using Dentrix while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
Education
Continental Academy
Miramar, FLSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
- Verbal communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CSS II
McAlester Regional Health Center
09.2020 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Miller Family Dentistry
03.2014 - 06.2020
Continental Academy