Amelia Barajas
Bakersfield ,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Reliable Dental Assistant with 20 years of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting with 4hand procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, and preparing materials for impressions or restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Omni Family Health Care
Bakersfield , Ca
06.2024 - Current
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
In Home Care Provider
In Home Supportive Services
12.2020 - Current
- Contributed to improved patient outcomes with diligent observation of vital signs and prompt reporting of concerns to medical professionals.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, medication administration, and other pertinent information for effective care coordination among healthcare providers.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Dr Carlos Bahamon
03.2019 - 12.2022
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Advanced professional development through ongoing attendance at continuing education courses on new dental techniques and technologies.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Expedited insurance claim processing by accurately recording treatment information and submitting necessary documentation promptly.
- Improved office efficiency by managing dental equipment, sterilization processes, and inventory control.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr Rodrigo Ayala
03.2015 - 03.2019
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Dental Assistant
Comfort Dental
03.2002 - 05.2012
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Dental Assistant
Clinica Sierra Vista
Lamont, California
07.1993 - 11.2001
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
Education
CPR And AED - Basic Life Support Program
Basic Life Support Training Solutions
04.2024
Registered Dental Assistant - RDA
California Dental Board
10.2018
Dental Assistant Infection Control Certificate - Infection Control
Kaplan College
06.2014
Pit And Fissure Certification - Pit And Fissure
Kaplan College
06.2014
Dental Assisting
Kaplan College Bakersfield
06.1994
Certificate - Nurses Aide
Foothill High School
05.1993
Skills
- Patient intake procedures
- Oral Surgery
- Dental Radiography
- Infection control proficiency
- Electronic Charting
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Counseling
- Medical Records Management
- Dental impression specialist
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient care excellence
- Cross-cultural understanding
- Continuing Education Commitment
- Orthodontic assistance experience
- Time Management Capabilities
- Periodontal treatment support
- Dental procedure assistance
- Multitasking Competence
- Impression taking accuracy
- Dental Materials Knowledge
- Conflict Resolution Strategies
- Infection control expertise
- Pediatric dentistry familiarity
- Digital radiography proficiency
- Equipment Sterilization
- Inventory Management
- Patient Education
- Patient Services
- Clinical Support
- Dental staff assistance
- First Aid Training
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Proficient in Software
- Dental records
- X-Ray Processing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient data gathering
- Dental impressions
- Treatment room setup
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Sterilization techniques
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Dental terminology knowledge
- Treatment Planning
- Periodontal Therapies
- Taking Medical and Dental Histories
- Inventory Replenishment
- Sealant Application
- Supply Ordering
- Fluoride Treatments
- Self Motivation
- Oral Hygiene Techniques
Affiliations
American Dental Assistant Association Tuberous sclerosis complex Alliance. International Dyslexia Association Special Needs Alliance
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Omni Family Health Care
06.2024 - Current
In Home Care Provider
In Home Supportive Services
12.2020 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Dr Carlos Bahamon
03.2019 - 12.2022
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr Rodrigo Ayala
03.2015 - 03.2019
Dental Assistant
Comfort Dental
03.2002 - 05.2012
Dental Assistant
Clinica Sierra Vista
07.1993 - 11.2001
CPR And AED - Basic Life Support Program
Basic Life Support Training Solutions
Registered Dental Assistant - RDA
California Dental Board
Dental Assistant Infection Control Certificate - Infection Control
Kaplan College
Pit And Fissure Certification - Pit And Fissure
Kaplan College
Dental Assisting
Kaplan College Bakersfield
Certificate - Nurses Aide
Foothill High School
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