Rafael Mercado
Yakima,WA
Summary
Dental Assistant ready to apply training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting, and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Microbiology Laboratory Assistant Volunteer
Dr. Carnell
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Sterilized any equipment within the laboratory setting and provided packaging and safe sterilization procedures.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
- Summarized test results and activities for management via verbal updates or written reports.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Biomedical Specialist
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2023
Certification - Registered Dental Assistance
Medcerts
Online 06.2023
Skills
- Patient Data Gathering
- Patient Education
- Equipment Sterilization
- Patient Services
- Dental Staff Assistance
- Treatment Room Setup
- Electronic Charting
- X-Ray Processing
- Sanitation Protocols
- Dental Radiography
- Sterilization Techniques
- Infection Control Proficiency
- Procedure Support
- Inventory Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistance, MedCerts - 09/22/2023
- Registered Dental Assistance - AMT-10/13/2023
- First Aid/CPR Certified - 10/24/2023
Timeline
Microbiology Laboratory Assistant Volunteer
Dr. Carnell
12.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology Biomedical Specialist
Central Washington University
Certification - Registered Dental Assistance
Medcerts
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