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Rebeca Ortiz

Murfreesboro,TN

Summary

Passionate and dedicated professional with extensive experience in childcare and proven ability to handle high-stress moments effectively. Recently graduated with a focus on dental hygiene, demonstrating eagerness to learn and grow through asking questions and seeking improvement opportunities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Dabbs Family
02.2024 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.

Babysitter

Johnson Family
05.2021 - 08.2024
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from school
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.

Dental Hygiene Student Intern

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Administered routine dental hygiene procedures and treatments.
  • Prepared procedure rooms and tray setups for hygienists before starting dental procedures.
  • Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Complied with OSHA and corporate safety policies and standards.

Volunteer

Hope Smiles
01.2024 - 01.2024
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others as well as translated.
  • Administered anesthesia injections for patients undergoing dental procedures.
  • Conducted thorough teeth cleanings using appropriate tools and techniques in a timely manner.
  • Assisted dentist during treatments such as fillings, extractions, etc.
  • Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.

Volunteer

Special Olympics
09.2023 - 09.2023
  • Conducted screenings in patients' mouths to assess and evaluate their oral hygiene status
  • Assisted in performing comprehensive examinations, including checking for gum disease and other oral health issues.
  • Educated patients and guardians on proper oral hygiene practices such as brushing techniques, flossing methods, and the importance of regular dental check-ups.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.

Sales Associate

Home Depot
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Operated forklift equipment to assist customers with loading heavy items into their vehicles.

Intern

Interfaith Dental Clinic
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Attended staff meetings.
  • Cleaned and maintained operatory rooms for sanitation.
  • Assisted with suctioning during treatments.
  • Followed established departmental guidelines and safety procedures.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Took and followed detailed directions from others.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
05.2024

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Maintain a positive, upbeat attitude to create a welcoming atmosphere
  • Anesthetic Administration
  • Dental charting
  • Patient safety proficiency
  • Patient Education
  • Infection Control

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Babysitter

Dabbs Family
02.2024 - Current

Dental Hygiene Student Intern

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2024 - 02.2024

Volunteer

Hope Smiles
01.2024 - 01.2024

Volunteer

Special Olympics
09.2023 - 09.2023

Sales Associate

Home Depot
08.2022 - 05.2023

Intern

Interfaith Dental Clinic
09.2021 - 01.2022

Babysitter

Johnson Family
05.2021 - 08.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Tennessee State University

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