MICHAEL KOROMA
Olympia,WA
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional completing Dental Assistant training at Olympia Dental Assistant School. Offers hands-on caregiving and behavioral support experience, with strong communication skills and a focus on patient safety. Pursuing a Dental Assistant externship to enhance chairside and clinical skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
CarePro
2021.12 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care for elderly, bedridden client in facility, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Supported client with feeding, transfers, wheelchair mobility, bathroom hygiene, and daily activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Administered medications and followed care instructions from nurses.
- Documented daily care activities and communicated client needs to the care team.
- Fostered companionship and facilitated safe walks with wheelchair to enhance social interaction and mobility.
Assistant Manager
Cece’s African Caribbean Market
2020.11 - Current
- Greeted customers, operated cash register, and delivered exceptional customer service to enhance shopping experience.
- Designed promotional banners and posters while supporting daily store operations to drive customer engagement.
- Created banners and posters and assisted with store operations.
- Managed store opening and closing procedures and completed errands and supply pickups.
Healthcare Support / Caregiver
Sails Carr Washington Healthcare
2026.04 - 2026.08
- Assisted community-protection clients in managing behavioral and daily-living needs to enhance overall well-being.
- Supported community-protection clients with behavioral and daily-living needs.
- Used de-escalation and calm communication techniques when clients displayed challenging behaviors.
- Assisted clients in developing essential life skills through personalized support. practice safe and appropriate behavior in community settings.
- Fostered a supportive, professional environment focused on prioritizing client and community safety.
Caregiver
From the Heart
2019.02 - 2026.02
- Assisted clients with showers, bed baths, dressing, meals, and personal hygiene.
- Facilitated personal hygiene routines, including showers, bed baths, dressing, and meals, enhancing clients' comfort and dignity.
- Administered medications according to care plans and workplace procedures.
- Administered medications per care plans and procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and client health needs.
- Delivered compassionate support while upholding a safe, clean environment, fostering trust and well-being among clients.
Night Shift Cashier
Quick Stop Gas Station
2019.11 - 2020.06
- Processed cash transactions and provided customer assistance during overnight shifts, ensuring positive shopping experience.
- Restocked products on shelves to ensure availability for customers. and maintained inventory.
- Maintained clean work areas to promote a safe and welcoming environment. and sanitary public and work areas.
Caregiver
Northern California Adaptive Living
2016.01 - 2019.12
- Prepared nutritious meals and supported clients with daily living activities to enhance their quality of life.
- Administered medications and facilitated safe transfers, showers, bed baths, and toileting to ensure client comfort and dignity.
- Ensured a clean and sanitized home environment while accurately completing daily documentation to promote health and safety.
Cashier
Carl’s Jr.
2013.08 - 2016.01
- Delivered prompt customer service and accurately handled cash register operations, including drive-thru transactions.
- Supported food preparation processes while ensuring cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately at a fast-paced restaurant.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and special requests during busy hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the cashier area and dining space.
Education
In School - Dental School
Olympia Dental Assistant School
2026.07 - 2026.08
Yuba Community College -
Yuba College
Clearlake, CA 2019.02 - 2023.08
High School Diploma -
James Monroe High School
Skills
- Patient care and customer service
- Patient communication
- Personal hygiene support
- Medication management
- Safe patient transfers
- Care documentation
- Basic health assessments
- Infection-control practices
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Dental room sanitation
- Dental instrument sanitation
- PPE procedures
- Chairside etiquette
- Nutritional planning
Certification
- CPR Certification, 01/01/26
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 01/01/25
Timeline
In School - Dental School
Olympia Dental Assistant School
2026.07 - 2026.08
Healthcare Support / Caregiver
Sails Carr Washington Healthcare
2026.04 - 2026.08
Caregiver
CarePro
2021.12 - Current
Assistant Manager
Cece’s African Caribbean Market
2020.11 - Current
Night Shift Cashier
Quick Stop Gas Station
2019.11 - 2020.06
Yuba Community College -
Yuba College
2019.02 - 2023.08
Caregiver
From the Heart
2019.02 - 2026.02
Caregiver
Northern California Adaptive Living
2016.01 - 2019.12
Cashier
Carl’s Jr.
2013.08 - 2016.01
High School Diploma -
James Monroe High School