ARIZBETH VASQUEZ
Greenwood
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
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1
Certification
Work History
Pediatrics Rotation
Greenville Technical College
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the 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
- Pediatrics Rotation
Orthodontic Rotation
Greenville Technical College
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations
- Assisted in fabricating custom orthodontic appliances tailored to individual patient needs
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to ensure smooth workflow within the practice
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup
- Orthodontic Rotation
Orthodontic Assistant
Marshall Orthodontic
07.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to ensure smooth workflow within the practice.
- Managed emergency situations calmly, providing immediate care when necessary before escalating to the orthodontist if needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC05.2025
High School Diploma -
Emerald High School
Greenwood, SC05.2020
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Task Delegation
- Sterilization techniques
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Equipment Sterilization
- Treatment room setup
References
Brain Oaks
Title: General Manager
Organization: Sonic Drive In
Phone: (864) 554 0981
Mark McCarragher
Title General Manager
Organization: Eggs Up Grill
Phone: (864) 323 8906
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Radiation Health Safety
- Infection Control
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Marshall Orthodontic
07.2024 - Current
Pediatrics Rotation
Greenville Technical College
Orthodontic Rotation
Greenville Technical College
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Greenville Technical College
High School Diploma -
Emerald High School
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Radiation Health Safety
- Infection Control
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