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Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Vanessa Arteaga

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Friendly dental assistant with several years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

SeaMar Community Health Center
Vancouver, WA
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted dentists with patient procedures and chairside tasks.
  • Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized dental instruments effectively.
  • Managed patient records and scheduled appointments using electronic systems.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Collaborated with staff to ensure smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.

Medical Receptionist

SeaMar Community Health Center
Vancouver, Washington
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Greeted patients and visitors to create a welcoming environment.
  • Managed appointment scheduling using electronic health record systems.
  • Handled incoming calls, addressing inquiries and directing to appropriate staff.
  • Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
  • Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
  • Delivered high-quality administrative and customer service to sustain patient and work flows.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Comfort Keepers
Vancouver, Washington
03.2018 - 09.2018
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients and staff.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

University of Washington
Bothell, WA

Nursing Assistant Cerfitication - Nursing

Clark College
Vancouver, WA

Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assistant

SeaMar Community Health Center
Vancouver

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Proficient in EPIC

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • CPR Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Dental Assistant

SeaMar Community Health Center
07.2022 - Current

Medical Receptionist

SeaMar Community Health Center
03.2021 - 01.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Comfort Keepers
03.2018 - 09.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

University of Washington

Nursing Assistant Cerfitication - Nursing

Clark College

Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assistant

SeaMar Community Health Center

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