Rica Hizon

- Small business owner, entrepreneur

- Online Retail mainly using the Amazon platform

- researched profitable products to sell

- Retail and Online Arbitrage

- order/buy products from wholesaler and retailers, big box stores, liquidation stores, library book stores, yard sales, thrift shops, other international suppliers

- designed own products and sold in Amazon

- prepped, labeled and shipped products via Fulfilled-by-Amazon (FBA) and Merchant fulfilled

• 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.
• Monitored inventory/supply needs

• Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
• Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
• Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

• Formed a corporation with 3 Dentists and 2 investors in the Philippines - called SmilesRus, Inc
• Built 2 dental offices from scratch - designed Dental office lay out, communicated with contractors, Dental Suppliers. In charge of ordering Dental equipment, Dental instruments and supplies
• Dental Office Manager - hiring dental associates, dental assistants, inventory, staff salary, schedule etc
• General and Cosmetic Dentist
• Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
• Provided preventive care with regular checkups, educating patients on proper oral hygiene habits.
• Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
• Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
• Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough dental examinations and personalized treatment plans.
• Managed dental emergencies promptly, addressing acute pain and preventing further complications.
• Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
• Collaborated with a team of dental professionals to develop interdisciplinary treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Reduced anxiety in patients with gentle chairside manner and clear explanations of treatment options and procedures.
• Diagnosed periodontal disease early through routine assessments, initiating timely interventions to prevent tooth loss or damage.
• Examined X-rays to detect abnormalities or abnormalities in oral cavity.
• Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
• Performed comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
• Restored teeth by fabricating crowns, bridges and other restorations.

• Worked as a Dentist / Dental Associate
• Helped in ordering dental materials and managing inventory
• Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
• Provided preventive care with regular checkups, educating patients on proper oral hygiene habits.
• Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
• Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
• Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
• Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough dental examinations and personalized treatment plans.
• Managed dental emergencies promptly, addressing acute pain and preventing further complications.
• Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
• Collaborated with a team of dental professionals to develop interdisciplinary treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Reduced anxiety in patients with gentle chairside manner and clear explanations of treatment options and procedures.
• Diagnosed periodontal disease early through routine assessments, initiating timely interventions to prevent tooth loss or damage.
• Examined X-rays to detect abnormalities or abnormalities in oral cavity.
• Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
• Performed comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
• Restored teeth by fabricating crowns, bridges and other restorations.