CRISTINE CORPUZ
Petaluma,CA
Summary
Experienced Dental Professional with a demonstrated history of excellence in patient interaction, administrative coordination, and team support. Although I remain appreciative of the dental profession, I am also open to seeking other opportunities and apply my capabilities to new and diverse fields.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Virtual Executive Assistant
Sachin Shah, PharmD
Vacaville, CA
08.2019 - Current
- Provide administrative support, organized large volumes of paper work, and coordinated meetings to ensure smooth office operations.
- Support the launch and growth of wellness startup focused on transparency and customer education.
- Assist with basic marketing tasks, including creating flyers and supporting communications
Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Children's Choice Pediatric Dental Care
Multiple locations
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed comprehensive orthodontic and Registered Dental Assistant duties while maintaining compliance with clinical and state standards.
- Provided attentive patient care, including supporting individuals with high anxiety and behavioral challenges, ensuring a positive and comfortable experience.
- Demonstrated flexibility and initiative by assisting additional offices, taking extra shifts, and learning new responsibilities to support overall practice efficiency and company needs.
Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Portrero Hill Dental
San Francisco, CA
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Solano County Health Services
Vacaville, CA
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Ned Family Dental
Vacaville, CA
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Managed and maintained all Lab cases
- Assist in managing patient flow, Marketing, business aspects, Receptionist duties, handling insurance claims and billing
Registered Dental Assistant/Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
Rancho Cordova, CA
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided instruction to patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
Registered Dental Assistant
Western Dental & Orthodontics
Vacaville, CA
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Mar 2016 - Nominated by Staff Awarding "Top 20 for Regional 5-Star Service"
- Aug 2016 - Promoted to Floor Supervisor for General and Orthodontic Departments
- Given recognition for highest recorded score for OSHA inspection at the duration of Supervision
- Selected for Opportunity to Pursue Orthodontic Assistant Program and obtain Orthodontic Assistant Permit
Dental Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant
Foster City Dental Care
Foster City, CA
07.2013 - 05.2014
- Provided excellent support passing instruments to dentist during various dental procedures in an efficient and organized manner.
- Assist in chairside dentistry, including restorative procedures, crown and bridge, root canals, oral surgery, and preventive dentistry.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols.
Education
Dental Assistant Program - Dental Assisting
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA06.2013
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CAHigh School Diploma -
Vanden High School
Fairfield, CA06.2009
Skills
- Excellent Patient Care Services
- Administrative support
- Document management
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory control
- Office organization
- Effective communication
- Trainable
Volunteer
- Oct 2016 – CDA Stockon Cares
- Apr 2014 - CDA Solano Cares
License/Certificate
- Registered Dental Assistant License - #81836
- Orthodontic Assistant Permit - #44818
- Basic Life Support/CPR
Timeline
Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Children's Choice Pediatric Dental Care
09.2023 - 06.2024
Virtual Executive Assistant
Sachin Shah, PharmD
08.2019 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Portrero Hill Dental
08.2019 - 06.2020
Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Solano County Health Services
07.2019 - 02.2020
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Ned Family Dental
01.2018 - 03.2019
Registered Dental Assistant/Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
06.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Dental Assistant
Western Dental & Orthodontics
08.2015 - 04.2016
Dental Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant
Foster City Dental Care
07.2013 - 05.2014
Dental Assistant Program - Dental Assisting
City College of San Francisco
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Solano Community College
High School Diploma -
Vanden High School