Amarilys Mejias Acosta
Summerville,United States
Summary
Hardworking and reliable Legal Assistant/Paralegal with strong ability in Immigration Law. Offering Spanish, English and Portuguese languages. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Laf Office of Mark J Devine
Charleston, SC
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
Dental Assistant
Trident Dental
Hanahan, SC
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Dental Assistant
River Landing Dentistry
Charleston, SC
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
General Dentist
Clinica Yuri Gomez
07.2008 - 04.2013
- Examined patients' teeth, gums and oral tissue to identify and diagnose conditions.
- Trained dental staff members on dental hygiene, dental care, dental emergencies and techniques.
- Explained procedures, answered questions and administered additional pain relief to help patients feel comfortable.
- Taught patients how to properly brush and floss for optimal dental health.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings by thoroughly examining patients' mouths to identify problematic areas.
- Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Prescribed antibiotics for patients.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene to promote oral health and disease prevention.
- Reviewed x-rays to identify cavities and other issues.
- Performed root canals, filled cavities and instructed patients on pain management to repair dental structures with minimal discomfort to patients.
- Consulted patients to explain treatment plan details and information about upcoming dental procedures.
- Treated infections caused by chronic and acute issues and diseases within soft oral tissues.
- Demonstrated proper flossing and brushing techniques to patients.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine -
Dentistry School of Havana
Havana, Cuba06.2008
Skills
- Document Management
- Critical Thinking
- Multi-Line Switchboard
- MS Office Proficient
- Customer Relationship Management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Laf Office of Mark J Devine
05.2023 - 09.2023
Dental Assistant
Trident Dental
10.2021 - 01.2022
Dental Assistant
River Landing Dentistry
11.2020 - 10.2021
General Dentist
Clinica Yuri Gomez
07.2008 - 04.2013
Doctor of Dental Medicine -
Dentistry School of Havana
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