Alexia Montoya
Burlington,NC
Summary
Experienced dental assistant of 3 years. Skilled in chairside assisting, dental x-rays, sterilization, coronal polishing, patient care and education. Dependable team player, quick learner and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Triad Kids Dental
Burlington, NC
12.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on post-operative care and dental hygiene practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, operative treatment, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Personal Care Assistant
Always Best Care
Burlington, NC
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided personalized care and assistance to clients, enhancing daily living activities.
- Monitored client health conditions, documenting changes and reporting to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety during transfers and daily routines.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and emotional support.
Dental Assistant
Hargis Family Dentistry
Burlington, NC
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments to maintain safety standards.
- Supported dentists during procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Village Dental
Raleigh, NC
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted in patient preparation and education regarding dental hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in the clinic.
- Recorded detailed patient histories and updated electronic health records accurately.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, leading to better home care routines and overall oral health improvement.
Crew Trainer
Sports Endeavors
Mebane, NC
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Provided ongoing support to team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in evaluating crew performance through feedback and assessments.
- Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
- Collaborated with management to identify areas of improvement and develop comprehensive training programs.
- Maintained current knowledge of all team position requirements.
Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler
Sports Endeavors
Mebane, NC
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Operated packaging machinery to efficiently prepare items for shipment.
- Conducted quality checks on packaged goods to uphold company standards.
- Adapted quickly to new procedures and tools, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Assistant Store Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Graham, NC
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking of supplies and minimizing waste.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
- Monitored cash handling processes, ensuring accuracy in transactions and balancing registers.
- Collaborated with management to identify areas for process improvement and operational efficiency.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Graham,NC
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Operated point-of-sale system efficiently, processing transactions accurately and swiftly.
- Engaged with team members to streamline service processes during peak hours, resulting in elevated customer satisfaction levels.
- Engaged with customers to provide menu recommendations and promote special offers effectively.
- Followed food safety guidelines rigorously to minimize risks and ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork skills.
- Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
- Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
- Implemented rigorous food safety protocols to maintain high hygiene standards within the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southern Alamance High School
Graham, NCDental Assisting Certification -
Sunrise School of Dental Assisting
Greensboro, NC09-2023
Skills
- Dental radiography
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Team collaboration
- Cross-training capabilities
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient education
- Charting
- Dental staff assistance/support
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix and Eaglesoft
- Chairside Assisting
- General Anesthesia Assisting
- Coronal Polishing
Certification
- Dental Assisting
- Dental Radiology
- Coronal Polishing
- Nitrous Oxide
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Triad Kids Dental
12.2024 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Always Best Care
09.2024 - 11.2024
Dental Assistant
Hargis Family Dentistry
04.2024 - 08.2024
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Village Dental
09.2023 - 03.2024
Crew Trainer
Sports Endeavors
04.2022 - 08.2023
Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler
Sports Endeavors
12.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Store Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants
04.2021 - 11.2021
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
03.2021 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Southern Alamance High School
Dental Assisting Certification -
Sunrise School of Dental Assisting