NYDIA ALVARADO
Jefferson Dental
PASADENA,UNITED STATES
9
years of professional experience
Compassionate Dental Assistant skilled in delivering patient care and supporting diverse treatment procedures. Expertise in patient monitoring, customer service, and compliance with privacy regulations, complemented by fluency in Spanish. Focused on fostering strong relationships and maintaining a safe, efficient environment for patients and staff.
Work History
Dental Assistant
2 Years 7 Months- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists.
- Assisted the dentist during a variety of treatments.
- Sanitized dental instruments and equipment to uphold hygiene standards.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists".
- Supported dentist during procedures during a variety of treatments.
- Carefully set up and broke down the operatory post treatment.
- Delivered clear post-procedure oral care instructions to patients, promoting effective recovery.
- Handled various office tasks to maintain a smooth-running office.
- Scheduled patient appointments via phone to schedule patient who are due either for hygiene or recalls.
Private Health Care Provider
2 Years 1 Month- Assessed patients for catheter care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in cooperation with the RN and in conjunction with patient/family
- Ensure the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patients' status
- Comply with HIPAA standards in all patient documentation and interactions
- Assist residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming
- Reacted calmly and effectively in emergencies, providing compassionate support to patients.
- Ensured medications were readily available for timely administration. and provided reminders according to schedule.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and enhance overall comfort.
- Provided compassionate care, ensuring comfort and safety of family members.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
Administrative Assistant
2 Years- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Managed confidential patient data securely, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Fostered positive work environment by facilitating effective communication among team members.
- Ensured prompt collection of copays, facilitating smooth patient transactions.
- Provided care and solutions for patients, staff, and management.
- Work collaboratively with medical staff and other personnel in facilitating quality patient care
- Manage confidential and sensitive patient data while protecting private information in compliance with HIPAA
- Responded to patient requests; obtained needed services from nurses, and other medical personnel
Education
Diploma
Certificate
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Skills
Patient Care
Patient Monitoring
Privacy/HIPAA regulations
Patient Record Management
Dental Software Proficiency
Radiology procedures
Bilingual Patient Communication
Fluent in Spanish
Dedicated Team Player
Privacy/HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Jefferson Dental
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Private Health Care Provider
Family Member
12.2021 - 01.2024Read More
Administrative Assistant
Lymphedema and Wound Care
01.2018 - 01.2020Read More
Oquirrh Mountain Phlebotomy School
Certificate
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Deer Park High School
Diploma
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San Jacinto College
Associate of Applied Science from Physical Therapy Assistant
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