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Chelsea Waddell

San Antonio

Summary

Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with proven expertise at World Pediatric Dental, excelling in patient care and infection control. Skilled in utilizing dental software and X-ray imaging, I effectively educate parents on oral hygiene while collaborating with the dental team to enhance treatment outcomes. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I ensure clear communication with diverse patients.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dental Assistant

World Pediatric Dental
San Antonio
07.2024 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits using electronic dental software programs.
  • Prepared rooms for dental procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up trays and ensuring that all necessary items were present.
  • Educated parents on proper oral hygiene techniques for children.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
  • Assisted the dentist during a variety of treatments, such as restorations, crowns, extractions, and scaling and cleaning procedures.
  • Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Educated patients on post-operative instructions regarding diet, medications and activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Dental software
  • Record keeping
  • Team collaboration
  • X-ray imaging
  • Infection control
  • Critical thinking
  • Four-handed procedures

Certification

  • Registered Dental Assistant (TSBDE): license # 133548 [August 22, 2023]
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association [June 2, 2024]
  • Nitrous Oxide Monitoring (TSBDE) [November 8,2024]
  • OSHA/HIPAA Compliance Certification (Done Desk EDU) [May 16, 2025]

Languages

Spanish
Professional
English
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Dental Assistant

World Pediatric Dental
07.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Texas At San Antonio

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