Sierra Greenfield
Pendleton,OR
Summary
Capable stay at home mom, ready to take my next career step.
I am trained as an assistant in oral/maxillofacial surgery, general dentistry and dental anesthesiology. I have 10 years experience working in the dental field. I also have experience as a business owner and am excellent in administration roles. I am personable, organized, reliable, honest, detail orientated and hard working. I believe I would be a good fit for this position and an asset to your company.
Thank you for taking your time to review my resume and for your consideration in employment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Leaps And Beats Dance Studio
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Managed various dance projects, coordinating rehearsals, costumes, music selection, and logistics for performances.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Promoted a healthy lifestyle among students by incorporating elements of fitness, nutrition awareness into lessons ensuring well-rounded development as performers athletes both inside outside studio space setting boundaries expectations related commitment discipline required achieve excellence within discipline.
- Established strong relationships with local schools and community organizations to promote dance education programs in the area.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans, focusing on technique, musicality, and performance quality.
- Coordinated successful recitals showcasing student talent while also managing backstage operations during live performances.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Adhered to studio guidelines and legal requirements.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
- Increased client satisfaction by implementing innovative business strategies and streamlining processes.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Conducted market research to inform product development decisions and identify potential growth areas.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Managed day-to-day operations with strong organizational skills, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Led screening, hiring and staff scheduling to maintain compliance with group goals.
- Provided excellent customer service through attentive listening, empathetic communication, and efficient problem-solving during the scheduling process.
- Managed Dance Studio Scheduling
- Answered phone calls and answered questions from potential customers.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Fair Board Secretary
Sherman County Fair Board
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Implemented technology solutions to improve online document storage and retrieval systems streamlining access to relevant resources.
- Distributed copies of board minutes and actions to members after each meeting.
- Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
- Promoted transparency by accurately recording all board actions in meeting minutes and circulating them to members for review.
- Ensured timely decision-making by coordinating schedules for regular board meetings and committee sessions.
- Managed sensitive correspondence among board members while maintaining strict confidentiality of privileged information.
- Updated, maintained and safely stored minute books and other legal documents.
- Enhanced board communication by diligently preparing and distributing meeting agendas, minutes, and supporting materials.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Upheld strict timetables by maintaining accurate, balanced calendars.
- Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
- Maintained board binder containing governing documents, policies and written consents.
- Maintained full contact list of board members, board member appointment dates, term of appointments and board member biographies.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Handled organization finances, including paying bills.
- Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
- Created and managed social media campaigns to increase brand engagement.
- Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Anesthesia Dental Assistant
Beacon Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons
03.2013 - 12.2019
- Assist oral surgeon in procedures including but not limited to jaw repair/reconstruction, bone grafts, dental implants, expose and bonds, sinus lifts, biopsies, and single/multiple tooth extractions under local and general anesthesia.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, showcasing strong dexterity and knowledge of dental anatomy.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by surgeons.
- Administered anesthesia under surgeon supervision
- Monitored vital signs before, during and after operations.
- Counseled patients for both pre-operative and post-operative care of all procedures.
- Took diagnostic Radiographs, including PANOS, PA’s and CT scans.
- Transcribed doctor-patient clinical notes, physician interpretations of x-rays and other test results into patient electronic charts.
- Ensured all medical and IT equipment in medical office is functioning properly.
- Provided maintenance, training, and repair for all medical and IT equipment.
- Scheduled patient appointments
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures.
- Demonstrated a commitment to patient-centered care by consistently seeking feedback on personal performance and making necessary improvements.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Improved surgical efficiency with timely sterilization and organization of dental instruments.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Delivered compassionate post-operative care, addressing concerns promptly and offering support throughout the healing process.
- Aided in precise diagnosis by efficiently performing diagnostic imaging tasks such as x-rays and impressions.
- Upheld strict compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff alike.
- Maintained detailed records regarding treatment plans, progress notes, and consent forms to ensure continuity of care across visits.
- Ensured optimal patient safety through vigilant monitoring during surgeries and timely assistance to the surgeon.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of surgical dentistry assistance.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted anesthesiologists/surgeons in the preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical procedures, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
- Managed pharmaceutical inventory for anesthesia cart, ensuring medications were properly stored and readily available when needed during surgery.
- Ensured high-quality patient outcomes with meticulous documentation of all aspects of anesthesia care throughout each procedure.
- Provided airway management interventions.
- Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
- Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
- Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Phoned in prescribed medications to patient pharmacy.
- Made patient post-op calls.
Administrative Assistant II
Mid Columbia Medical Center
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Supported VP of Medical Affairs/CMO through a large hospital construction development project, personal document management, calendar organization and collateral preparation for meetings.
- Coordinated board, department, and weekly project team meetings, including information preparation/distribution.
- Recorded accurate minutes for all meetings.
- Served as liaison between hospital departments, construction, and design companies.
- Responsible for record keeping and event planning.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Facilitated collaboration within the team by organizing regular meetings, maintaining meeting minutes, and tracking project progress.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Senior Caregiver
Hawks Ridge Assisted Living
02.2012 - 03.2013
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, completing housekeeping tasks as needed.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while remaining focused on delivering exceptional quality care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Dental Assistant
Goldendale Dental Clinic
04.2009 - 06.2010
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Implemented educational programs within the practice that emphasized preventative care strategies for patients.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for daily procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Education
Medical Coding
Portland Community College
Portland, OR2020
Associate of Science -
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR2012
Associate of Science -
Columbia Gorge Community College
The Dalles, OR2011
High School Diploma -
Goldendale High School
Goldendale, WA2010
Skills
- Proficiently trained in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Dental Anesthesia Assistant Certified
- Radiation Health Safety Certified
- HIPPA and OSHA Compliant
- Patient Data Coding and Diagnostic Coding
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Scheduling
- Clinical Documentation
- Inventory Coordination
- Heart saver CPR AED
- EMR Systems
- Emergency Dental Care
- Equipment Sterilization
- Surgical Assisting
- Emergency Management
- Patient Care
- Dental impression specialist
- Patient Counseling
- Anesthesia Administration
- Dental Radiography
- Treatment room setup
- Treatment Planning
- Office Administration
- Oral Surgery Procedures
- Bone grafting support
- Patient data gathering
- Dentrix Practice Management Software
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Implant placement assistance
- Dental Instrument Knowledge
- Autoclave Operation
- Taking Medical and Dental Histories
- Advising and Educating Patients
- EMR Software
- Postoperative Care Instructions
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Microsoft Office
- Operations Oversight
- Financial Planning
- Inventory Tracking and Management
- Business Management
- Calendar Management
- Delegating Work
- Business Leadership
- Social Media Marketing
- Employee reviews
- Staff training/development
- Business Growth Initiatives
- Records Organization and Management
- Cost Control and Budgeting
- Proficient in Quickbooks
- Staff hiring
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Payroll Administration and Timekeeping
- Employee Scheduling
- Financial Management
- Business Development
- Employee Training
- Consulting
- Customer relations and communications
- Meeting Note Taking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Editing and proofreading
- Project Management
- Spreadsheet Management
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient-focused care
- Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Pharmacy Relations
- Patient Flow Management
- Medical Coding
References
DR. RUSSELL LIEBLICK
ORAL SURGEON AT BEACON ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEONS
541.296.7590
KIM THOMPSON
RETIRED OFFICE MANAGER AT BEACON ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEONS
509.215.9717
BERT PERISHO
SHERMAN COUNTY FAIR BOARD VICE CHAIR
541.980.7514
DR. BILL HAMILTON
SURGEON / RETIRED VICE PRESIDENT MEDICAL AFFAIRS MID COLUMBIA MEDICAL CENTER
541.980.2065
Timeline
Fair Board Secretary
Sherman County Fair Board
02.2020 - 11.2021
Business Owner
Leaps And Beats Dance Studio
01.2020 - 01.2022
Administrative Assistant II
Mid Columbia Medical Center
01.2016 - 03.2017
Anesthesia Dental Assistant
Beacon Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons
03.2013 - 12.2019
Senior Caregiver
Hawks Ridge Assisted Living
02.2012 - 03.2013
Dental Assistant
Goldendale Dental Clinic
04.2009 - 06.2010
Medical Coding
Portland Community College
Associate of Science -
Oregon State University
Associate of Science -
Columbia Gorge Community College
High School Diploma -
Goldendale High School