Claudia Guzman
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
Accomplished Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Sunshine Smiles Of Orange County, enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining appointment processes. Expert in dental radiography and maintaining sterile environments, coupled with exceptional customer service skills, significantly improved scheduling efficiency. Demonstrates a strong ability to educate patients on oral health, leveraging digital X-ray proficiency and cross-training capabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Sunshine Smiles Of Orange County
06.2020 - 08.2024
- Operated sterilization equipment to maintain hygiene and compliance standards.
- Prepared examination rooms by setting up instruments and materials.
- Used digital radiography software to capture and analyze dental images for diagnostics.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, reducing wait times and enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
Dental Assistant
Newport Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry
09.2014 - 06.2020
- Operated sterilization equipment to maintain hygiene and compliance standards.
- Prepared examination rooms by setting up instruments and materials.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Used digital radiography software to capture and analyze dental images for diagnostics.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental
UEI College
Garden Grove, CA09-2014
High School Diploma -
Lorin Griset Academy
Santa Ana, CA01-2014
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Patient record maintenance
- Customer service
Certification
- Radiation Health and Safety Certification (RHS) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
- Coronal Polishing Certificate - California Department of Health or California Dental Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Sunshine Smiles Of Orange County
06.2020 - 08.2024
Dental Assistant
Newport Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry
09.2014 - 06.2020
Dental Assistant - Dental
UEI College
High School Diploma -
Lorin Griset Academy
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