Andrea Gonzalez
Orlando,FL
Summary
Driven Dental Assistant with proven expertise in dental radiography and exceptional customer service, honed at Windermere Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontic. Excelled in equipment sterilization and oral hygiene education, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and referrals. Skilled in team collaboration and pediatric dental care, contributing to a safer, more efficient treatment environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Windermere Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontic
4769 The Grove Drive Suite #118
04.2023 - Current
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
- Contributed to practice growth by delivering exceptional customer service, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and referrals.
- Prepared treatment rooms efficiently before each procedure, setting up instruments and equipment as needed.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, effectively anticipating needs and reducing treatment times.
- Provided post-operative care instructions to parents or guardians, promoting proper healing and recovery after dental treatments.
- Utilized digital radiography equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
Dental Assistant
Bright Now Dental
1079 Alafaya Trail #1213, Oviedo, FL 32765
02.2022 - 03.2023
- 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.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Education
Dental Assistant - DA
Dental Assistant Pioneer Academy
Orlando, FL02.2022
Skills
Dental impressions
Dental Radiography
Digital X-Ray Proficiency
Equipment Sterilization
Treatment room setup
Team Collaboration
Oral hygiene education
Dental Material Handling
Oral Surgery Assistance
Dental Software Management
Pediatric dental care
Customer Service
CPR/AED
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Windermere Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontic
04.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Bright Now Dental
02.2022 - 03.2023
Dental Assistant - DA
Dental Assistant Pioneer Academy