Clarisa Garcia
Temple City,CA
Summary
Multi-talented Dental Assistant with 8 years of expertise assisting with all areas of dental treatment. Committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists. Talented at closely monitoring patients during procedures to quickly address issues with pain or discomfort.
Hardworking Sales Associate committed to driving high sales in both slow and busy shifts. Organized and patient individual polished in handling customer complaints and replenishing stock. Flexible and outgoing team player commended for demonstrating honesty and integrity with customers, team members and supervisors.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr. Ellis Wong DDS
06.2022 - Current
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
- Managed financial transactions accurately, processing cash payments, credit cards transactions, and bank deposits in a timely manner.
Dental Assistant
Drs. Ho INC
09.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
06.2021 - Current
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
Dental Assistant
Newmark Dental
09.2016 - 08.2021
- 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.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Hardlines Team Member
Target
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
Education
Dental Assistant Certification -
Citrus College
Glendora, CA10.2016
High School Diploma -
Arroyo High School
El Monte, CA06.2014
Skills
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Equipment Sterilization
- Taking X-Rays
- Right/Left handed Dentistry
- Team Collaboration
- Chairside Assistance
- Dental Radiography
- Restorative Dentistry
- Disinfecting Rooms and Equipment
- Reliable and Punctual
- Merchandising Knowledge
- Product Recommendations
- Upselling and Cross-Selling
- POS System Operation
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Cash Register Operation
- Cross-Training Capabilities
- Insurance Billing
- Dental office administration
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dr. Ellis Wong DDS
06.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
Drs. Ho INC
09.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
06.2021 - Current
Hardlines Team Member
Target
11.2017 - 12.2017
Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
06.2017 - 12.2018
Dental Assistant
Newmark Dental
09.2016 - 08.2021
Dental Assistant Certification -
Citrus College
High School Diploma -
Arroyo High School
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