Angela Torres
406 Byrum Rd SPC B,NM
Summary
Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Dental Assistant, excelling in patient care and infection control. Skilled in electronic charting and appointment scheduling, I enhanced patient satisfaction and reduced wait times. Committed to delivering exceptional service while supporting restorative procedures and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patriot Family Dental
Registered Dental Assistant
10851 Gateway S Blvd #300 El Paso, TX 79934
03.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- 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.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Provided post-operative instructions to patients following various treatments such as extractions or root canals.
- Typed patient data into computer system using Software while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
- Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
- Supported dentists during the administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Collaborated with dental team members to deliver comprehensive care for all patients.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Easy Dental Kids & Adults
Registered Dental Assistant
Horizon Blvd # 130/140 Horizon City ,El Paso Tx
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
14964 Greg Dr, El Paso ,Tx06.2023
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Electronic charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Team collaboration
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient records management
- Restorative procedures
- Restorative dentistry
- Appointment scheduling efficiency
- Oral surgery
- Dental radiography
- Dental software fluency
- Dental procedure assistance
- Local anesthetic proficiency
- Multitasking
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Dentrix proficiency
- Exam room setups
- Cross-cultural design
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Treatment room setup
- Patient services
- Treatment room breakdown
- HIPAA compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Infection control procedures
- Dental procedure preparation
- Oral healthcare
- Taking X-rays
- Instrument preparation
- Instrument selection
- Chairside assistance
- Surgical setup
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Dental assistant (RDA)
- Sealant application
- Postoperative care instructions
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Treatment room preparation
- Patient records gathering
- Chair-side support
- Oral health education
- Oral X-rays
- Team collaboration abilities
- Dental terminology
- Appointment scheduling
- Sterilization techniques
Certification
CPR Certification American Heart Association
Registered Dental Assistant license
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patriot Family Dental
Registered Dental Assistant
03.2024 - Current
Easy Dental Kids & Adults
Registered Dental Assistant
01.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School