Anitra Rodriguez
San Diego,CA
Summary
Cross train, knowledge of both front office, and back office dental professional with attention to patient, education and enhancement of patient experience, versatile able to work in any capacity all through the office
Offering foundation in dental health principles and strong desire to learn and grow in clinical environment. Brings understanding of dental procedures and patient interaction, along with skills in organization and communication. Ready to use and develop skills in patient care and dental radiography in Dental Assisting /Front Office role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Scripps Poway Dental Care
San Diego, CA
08.2024 - 03.2025
Oversaw comprehensive Itero/Invisalign processes.
Executed precise chairside impression techniques.
Medit/Fastmill
Supported restorative dental work and implant placements.
Executed instrument sterilization according to established protocols.
Sterilization in this infection of operatory pre-and post procedure. Assisted with design of dental crowns.
Provided guidance on health management to patients.
Executed dental coronal polishing procedures.
- Supported doctor during procedures by working chair side.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Conducted patient intake interviews, recording and documenting relevant information.
Billing/ Eligibility
The Super Dentists
San Diego, CA
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Verified eligibility for patients in all locations
- Billing for all six locations both adult and pediatric dentistry
- Processed and certified documents for accuracy and compliance with government regulations.
- Engaged wider departments in accurate, timely paperwork completion.
- Assisted clients with completion of applications and paperwork.
- Developed extensive fact-checking and research skills by continuously reviewing different programs and options.
- Communicated with people from various cultures and backgrounds on application process.
- Resolved discrepancies with client applications to verify eligibility.
- Assisted clients with accurate eligibility form, application and document completion.
Education
Certificate - Infection Control
Dental Professional Enterprises
San Diego, CA02.2025
Dental Certification - Dental Assisting
United Education Institute
San Diego, CA03.2001
Skills
- Postoperative Care
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Operational Requirements
- Understanding of Confidentiality Laws
- Dental Examination
- Incoming Call Reception
- Dental Terminology Knowledge
- Adept at Multi-Line Phones
- Confidential Records Management
- Organizing Service Schedules
- Dental Staff Support
- Reminder Calls
- Office Supplies and Inventory
- Oral Hygiene
- Payment Plan Options
- Outpatient Procedures
- Records Management Systems
- Tooth Extraction
- Case Management Software
- Front Office Management
- Patient Referral
- Excellent Multitasking Capabilities
- Managing Patient Records
- Universal Precautions
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Office Organization
- Online Systems
- Billing Department Support
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Health Information Access
- Treatment Documentation
- Information Assistance
- Patient Interviews
- Financial Plan Options
- Appointment Scheduling
- Patient Dental Histories
- High-Volume Environments
- Financial Administration
- Loading Schedules Adherence
- PPO, HMO and Medi-Cal Denti-Cal
- Invoice Generation
- Patient Documentation
- Restorative Procedures
- Individualized Care Plans
- Prescription Refills
- Schedule Patients
- Organization and Time Management
- Calendar and Appointment Management
- Order Purchasing
- Health and Safety Practices
- Data Entry Software
- Payment Scheduling and Collection
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Taking Client Histories
- Sterilizing Procedures
- Claim Forms
- Tool Sterilizing
- CPR Certified
- Patient Admission
- Preparing Treatment Rooms
- Patient Eligibility Requirements
- Operational Efficiency
- Computer Proficiency
- Digital Radiography
- Electronic Patient Medical Record
- Removing Sutures
- Dental Supply Inventory
- Advising Patents
- Medit/Fastmill
- Itero/Invisalign
- Oral Surgery
- Maintaining Financial Records
- Answer Telephones
- Insurance Authorizations
- Team Meetings
- Bilingual
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Covid-19 protocol
- X-ray licensing
- Corona polish card
- Certification and customer service
- Certification and interpersonal communication
- A certified in dental assisting
- Certification and customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Scripps Poway Dental Care
08.2024 - 03.2025
Billing/ Eligibility
The Super Dentists
10.2021 - 08.2022
Certificate - Infection Control
Dental Professional Enterprises
Dental Certification - Dental Assisting
United Education Institute