Christopher Abeita
Austin,TX
Summary
Patient-oriented Dental Assistant bringing over Thirteen years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Ideal Dental Belterra
Austin, TX
10.2022 - Current
- Ordered dental supplies when needed, maintaining cost efficiency without sacrificing quality of care provided to patients.
- Provided support to new hires while they learn the duties associated with being a Registered Dental Assistant.
- Reviewed patient medical history prior to appointment start time to ensure accuracy of diagnosis and treatment plan recommendations.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to advancements in dental technology or best practices within the field.
Lead Specialty Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
Austin, TX
09.2015 - 08.2022
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Austin Dental Cares
Austin, TX
03.2013 - 02.2015
- Maintained accurate patient records and prepared treatment plans for review by the dentist.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment between uses according to OSHA standards.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth and jaws for diagnostic purposes.
- Collaborated closely with dentists to ensure optimal outcomes for patients undergoing complex treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Sciences
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2028
Vocational - Dental Assisting
Everest Institute
Austin09-2011
Skills
- Dental impression specialist
- Strong manual dexterity
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Relations
- Four-handed procedures
- Patient schedule management
- Staff Training and Development
- Restorative Dentistry
- iTero Proficient
- Cerec Proficient
Timeline
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Ideal Dental Belterra
10.2022 - Current
Lead Specialty Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
09.2015 - 08.2022
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Austin Dental Cares
03.2013 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Science - Human Sciences
Texas Tech University
Vocational - Dental Assisting
Everest Institute
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