Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Mieko Konno

Schaumburg,IL

Summary

At Yamamura Radio Ltd., I earned the Heartful Staff certification, where I learned polite customer service skills and administrative procedures. Additionally, at Takano Dental Clinic, I not only developed expertise in dental assisting but also learned the importance of responsibility and empathy in patient care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Associate/Cashier

SHIMAMURA Co.,Ltd.
10.2018 - 05.2020
  • Entrusted handle the cash register alone.
  • Clothes replenishment.
  • Instructed new part-timers on cash register operations.
  • took inventory of clothing products.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Mobile Phone Store Sales Associate

Yamamura Radio Ltd.
02.2011 - 12.2012
  • Managed customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Responsible for customer service and sales at a mobile phone shop.
  • Coordinated with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely updates and accurate information on display models.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, assisting customers with their mobile phone needs and resolving any issues or concerns.
  • Conducted sales transactions, including processing payments and handling returns and exchanges.
  • Educated customers on product features, plans, and promotions, leading to increased sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Obtained "Heartful Staff" certification, demonstrating proficiency in providing compassionate and empathetic customer service.

Dental Assistant

Ando Dental Clinic
07.2010 - 01.2011
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Sorting Operations at Cleaning Plant

Doujinsha Co., Ltd.
01.2009 - 07.2010
  • Sorted cleaning items by quality, accurately separating them into dry cleaning and water-washing categories (average of 5,000 items per day)
  • Managed overall workflow from start to finish, including planning staff assignments and adjusting work pace as needed.

Dental Assistant

Takano Dental Clinic
04.2006 - 11.2009

Dental Assistant

  • Assisted with patient interviews and procedures, including extractions, implants, and orthodontics (suctioning included)
  • Performed polishing and fluoride treatments, and took intraoral photographs

Inventory and Materials Management

  • Verified and compared the prices of ordered products with suppliers, achieving cost savings of approximately $3,200 over 2.5 years

Administrative and Reception Duties

  • Calculated medical billing codes and input data into the computer
  • Reviewed and verified insurance claims
  • Handled phone inquiries and communications
  • Created and managed the clinic's website

Seminars and Training:

  • JAL Hospitality Course
  • Disney Service Training
  • CPR and First Aid Practical Training

Education

Vocational School in Medical System

Incorporated Koriyama Business School
Koriyama-shi, Fukushima, Japan
01.2006

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Professional Demeanor

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • Japanese Calculator Proficiency Certification, Level 3

Languages

Japanese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sales Associate/Cashier

SHIMAMURA Co.,Ltd.
10.2018 - 05.2020

Mobile Phone Store Sales Associate

Yamamura Radio Ltd.
02.2011 - 12.2012

Dental Assistant

Ando Dental Clinic
07.2010 - 01.2011

Sorting Operations at Cleaning Plant

Doujinsha Co., Ltd.
01.2009 - 07.2010

Dental Assistant

Takano Dental Clinic
04.2006 - 11.2009

Vocational School in Medical System

Incorporated Koriyama Business School
Mieko Konno