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Work History
Education
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Celeste Galaz

Forney,TX

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Dental Assistant

George Telatnyk DDS
Dallas, Tx
09.2022 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of a busy dental practice.
  • Supervised front desk staff and trained new employees.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling to optimize office efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using dental management software.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety protocols.
  • Oversaw inventory management for dental supplies and equipment.
  • Scheduled patient appointments and effectively handled cancellations and last-minute adjustments.
  • Ensured accurate data entry of patient information into the office management system.
  • Provided guidance to staff on insurance coverage and payment options for patients.
  • Developed procedures for tracking patient records and updating treatment plans as needed.
  • Prepared monthly reports summarizing activity within the dental practice for review by senior management.
  • Developed promotional programs to attract new patients.
  • Participated in industry events such as conferences, workshops, and tradeshows, representing the practice.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Surgical Dental Assistant

ITALY DENTAL
Italy, Texas
04.2020 - Current
  • Supervised dental assistant team to ensure efficient workflow and patient care.
  • Assisted dentists during procedures by preparing instruments and materials.
  • Managed patient records using electronic health record systems for accuracy.
  • Trained new dental assistants on office protocols and best practices.
  • Maintained sterilization of instruments following industry safety standards.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Greeted and checked in patients upon arrival at the office; collected copayments when applicable.
  • Prepared patients for dental treatments by seating, welcoming, and comforting patient.
  • Verified insurance coverage for patient visits prior to appointment scheduling.
  • Assisted in taking digital radiographs.
  • Maintained patient records, including medical histories, dental charting, and x-rays.
  • Reviewed dentist's instructions regarding medications and dosage prior to dispensing them.
  • Assisted dentist by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and inside the patient's mouth.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Assisted surgeons during dental procedures to ensure smooth operations.

Finance Administrator

BOSSIER DODGE
Hillsboro, Tx
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managed financial records and transactions for dealership operations.
  • Processed invoices and payments efficiently using accounting software.
  • Coordinated financial reporting and documentation for internal audits.
  • Monitored accounts payable and receivable to ensure accuracy.
  • Assisted with the preparation of financial statements and reports for management review.
  • Interpreted and applied legal, contractual and accounting requirements to maintain compliance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chaparral High School
Chaparral, NM

Some College (No Degree) -

DACC Dona Ana Community College
Chaparral, NM

Some College (No Degree) -

Texas Academy of General Dentistry

Certification

  • REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT

LICENSE NUMBER 14223#

  • BASIC LIFE SUPPORT CPR & AED

ISSUE DATE 8/23 ACTIVE

ECARD 235419078958

Timeline

Lead Dental Assistant

George Telatnyk DDS
09.2022 - Current

Surgical Dental Assistant

ITALY DENTAL
04.2020 - Current

Finance Administrator

BOSSIER DODGE
02.2019 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Chaparral High School

Some College (No Degree) -

DACC Dona Ana Community College

Some College (No Degree) -

Texas Academy of General Dentistry

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