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Work History
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Alejandra Salas Fernandez

Big Smiles
Tolleson,AZ
1
Language
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience

Professional Dental Assistant looking for a Surgical Processing Technician position. Equipped to lead and optimize dental operations. Skilled in patient care, chairside assistance, and dental radiography with strong focus on sterilization and infection control. Known for fostering team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring high-quality results.

Work History

Temporary Lead Dental Assistant

3 Years 4 Months
Big Smiles | 07.2023 - Current
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring necessary resources were readily available for all procedures.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Assisted dentists in various procedures, ensuring accurate treatment delivery and high-quality patient care.
  • Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols, maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for both staff and patients.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on dental equipment, prolonging the life span of costly tools and instruments essential for daily operations.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

7 Months
Affordable Dentures and Implants | 08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Assisted dentists during extractions, implant placements, and denture fittings with consistent clinical support.
  • Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments to support efficient chairside procedures and infection control.
  • Captured digital x-rays and impressions to support diagnosis, prosthetic planning, and restorative care.
  • Tracked lab cases, dentures, and implant components to maintain organized workflow and timely turnaround.
  • Educated patients on post-operative care, denture maintenance, and implant aftercare instructions.
  • 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.

Dental Assistant

5 Years 4 Months
Hilgers Pediatric Dentistry | 10.2016 - 02.2022
  • Prepared treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and pediatric supplies for efficient chairside support.
  • Assisted dentist during restorative, preventive, and emergency procedures with precise suction and instrument transfer.
  • Captured dental radiographs while ensuring child comfort and proper safety protocols.
  • Educated families on oral hygiene, post-op care, and preventive treatment instructions.
  • Monitored sterilization workflows and maintained compliance with infection control standards.
  • Recorded patient information and updated charts for accurate clinical documentation.
  • Calmed anxious children through reassuring communication and age-appropriate behavior guidance.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Education

Associate of Science

Carrington College-Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ | 09.2026

Enrolled in the Surgical Tech Program

Certificate - Dental Assistant

Carrington College-Phoenix | 01.2016

High School Diploma

Summit High School | 01.2005

Skills

Infection control proficiency
Sterilization techniques
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Restorative procedures
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Dental radiography
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Oral hygiene education
Manual dexterity
Special needs care
Preventive care
Child behavior guidance
Exam room setups
Nitrous oxide administration
Four-handed procedures
Treatment room setup
Emergency protocols
Dental impressions
Sanitation protocols
Inventory management
HIPAAAAAA compliance
OSHA regulations
Surgical setup

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant

LANGUAGES

Spanish- Fluent

Timeline

Temporary Lead Dental Assistant

Big Smiles
07.2023 - CurrentRead More

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Affordable Dentures and Implants
08.2022 - 03.2023Read More

Dental Assistant

Hilgers Pediatric Dentistry
10.2016 - 02.2022Read More

Summit High School

High School Diploma
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Carrington College-Phoenix

Certificate from Dental Assistant
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Carrington College-Phoenix

Associate of Science
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Alejandra Salas Fernandez