Christine Lara
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Experienced with dental procedures and patient care. Utilizes strong skills in dental radiography and chairside assistance to support dental teams effectively. Knowledge of maintaining sterilization protocols and ensuring smooth patient experience.
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.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Temp Worker
Dental Staff Service
06.2025 - Current
- Operated machinery to support production efficiency and maintain workflow.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and enhancing employee well-being.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve operational productivity.
- Trained new staff on equipment usage and safety procedures for optimal performance.
- Supported company growth by quickly adapting to new roles and industries, showcasing versatility as a Temp Worker.
- Checked raw materials and completed work for defects affecting product quality.
- Prepared boxes for shipments based on standard sizes.
- Cultivated positive relationships with coworkers, fostering collaboration and teamwork in diverse work environments.
- Learned semi-skilled and advanced work by shadowing experienced workers.
- Served as a reliable team player who consistently met or exceeded expectations in all tasks assigned throughout numerous temp jobs.
Assistant Manager
Kroger
10.2021 - 10.2025
- Assisted in daily operations by coordinating team schedules and tasks.
- Supported management in executing strategic initiatives and enhancing team productivity.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline processes and improve collaboration.
- Participated in training sessions to develop skills in customer service and conflict resolution.
- Helped gather data for reporting purposes, contributing to informed decision-making by management.
- Assisted in maintaining documentation for operational procedures and compliance standards.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Assistant
Dunkin' Donuts
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Coordinated project schedules and ensured timely completion of deliverables.
- Assisted in developing and implementing process improvements for operational efficiency.
- Managed communication between departments to facilitate information flow and collaboration.
- Supported team members by providing training on new tools and systems.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
- Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
Education
Registered Dental Assistant - Coronal Polishing And Sealant Placement
Dental Staff School
Knoxville, TN08.2025
Registered Dental Assistant - Dental Radiology And Nitrous Oxide
Dental Staff School
Knoxville, TN03.2025
BLS For Healthcare Providers (CPR) Certification, -
American Heart Association
Knoxville, TN01.2025
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Electronic charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Patient care excellence
- Team collaboration
- Impression taking accuracy
- Digital radiography proficiency
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Patient flow management
- Treatment Planning
- Sealant application
- Dental assistant (RDA)
- Treatment room preparation
- CPR/AED
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Customer service
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Chairside assistance
- Oral health education
- Dental procedure preparation
- Oral X-rays
- Chair-side support
- Taking X-rays
- Radiography safety
- Instrument preparation
- Instrument selection
- Dental hygiene
- OSHA regulations
- HIPAA compliance
- Dental terminology
- Dental staff assistance
- Patient data gathering
- Dental staff support
- Clinical support
- Treatment room breakdown
- Equipment sterilization
- Dental records
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient education
- Dental impressions
- X-ray processing
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Certification
Registered Dental Assistant
Dental Radiology
Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
Coronal Polishing
Sealant Placement
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Temp Worker
Dental Staff Service
06.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Kroger
10.2021 - 10.2025
Assistant
Dunkin' Donuts
12.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Dental Assistant - Coronal Polishing And Sealant Placement
Dental Staff School
Registered Dental Assistant - Dental Radiology And Nitrous Oxide
Dental Staff School
BLS For Healthcare Providers (CPR) Certification, -
American Heart Association