Coral Herrera
Centralia,WA
Summary
- After 20+ years in the dental industry, I’m ready for a change, I would still love to be in a position where I could help people.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dental Assistant
NW Sagawa Dentistry
Olympia, Washington
07.2021 - 08.2025
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
Dental Assistant
Smiles Dental Clinic
Olympia, WA
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Maintained inventory of dental supplies, ordering as necessary to prevent shortages.
- Communicated effectively with patients, addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Dental Assistant
Wilson and Wilson DDS
Centralia, Washington
02.2016 - 03.2018
Dental Assistant
Winlock Family Dentistry
Winlock, Washington
03.2006 - 02.2016
Education
License - Dental Assistant
Eton Technical College
Tacoma , Wa 09.2003 - 05.2004
Centralia High School
Centralia, WashingtonSkills
- Patient education in English and Spanish
- Inform patients of treatment needed and prioritize procedures
- Instrument sterilization
- Dental charting
- Assisting in procedure
Timeline
Dental Assistant
NW Sagawa Dentistry
07.2021 - 08.2025
Dental Assistant
Smiles Dental Clinic
03.2018 - 03.2020
Dental Assistant
Wilson and Wilson DDS
02.2016 - 03.2018
Dental Assistant
Winlock Family Dentistry
03.2006 - 02.2016
License - Dental Assistant
Eton Technical College
09.2003 - 05.2004
Centralia High School