Tarah Smith
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Facilitator
Napa Unified School District
11.2019 - Current
- Prepared reports on students and activities as required by administration.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities and interests.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
Dental Assistant/ Benefits Coordinator
Pacific Dental Services
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Gathered and review patient records, data and health history to share with the doctor for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatments.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical set ups.
- Sanitized equipment, clean treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for the next patient.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Client Coordinator/ Vet Technician
Pet Emergency and Specialty Center
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Handled patient inquiries, scheduled appointments and coordinated with hospital staff to ensure seamless patient care delivery.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Instructional Aid
No Barriers
04.2007 - 12.2013
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor appointments.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties with attention to detail, maintaining clean and safe environment for all clients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming, toileting and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of care plans for clients.
Education
Certification - EKG Technician
CALRegional
Fairfield, CA10-2024
GED -
Sacramento Job Corps Center
Sacramento, CA09-2005
Skills
- Sterilization techniques
- Information Protection
- Data Collection
- Adaptable
- Vitals documentation
- Culturally-competent care
Certification
- CPR/BLS, American Heart Associations - 2024-2026
Timeline
Dental Assistant/ Benefits Coordinator
Pacific Dental Services
08.2021 - 03.2022
Independent Facilitator
Napa Unified School District
11.2019 - Current
Client Coordinator/ Vet Technician
Pet Emergency and Specialty Center
09.2016 - 08.2019
Instructional Aid
No Barriers
04.2007 - 12.2013
Certification - EKG Technician
CALRegional
GED -
Sacramento Job Corps Center
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