Daniela Banica

Lead Dental Assistant

Daniel DelCastillo, DMD

01.1996 - 06.2022

Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Acted as a liaison between patients and dental specialists, streamlining the referral process and fostering seamless continuity of care.
Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
Managed inventory of dental supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring necessary resources were readily available for all procedures.
Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.
Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Maintained detailed patient records, contributing to better-informed treatment decisions and continuity of care.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Collaborated with other dental professionals to formulate comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases.
Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
Reduced wait times by effectively managing exam room turnover between appointments, minimizing downtime for both staff members and patients alike.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of dental procedures and answering questions with patience.
Coordinated continuing education courses for colleagues within the practice, further enhancing the clinical skills of each team member.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for aprox 50 procedures daily.
Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Used Eaglesoft to document and maintain patient information and health background.
Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols, maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for both staff and patients.
Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
Promoted overall oral health by educating patients on best practices in preventive care, such as proper brushing techniques and flossing habits.
Typed patient data into computer system using Eaglesoft while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
Assisted in marketing efforts to attract new patients, showcasing the practice''s commitment to top-notch oral health care services.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Streamlined appointment scheduling and billing processes, improving overall office efficiency.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Assisted dentists in various procedures, ensuring accurate treatment delivery and high-quality patient care.
Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
Increased patient satisfaction rates through excellent customer service skills when addressing concerns or resolving issues promptly.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of dentistry.
Improved practice workflow by efficiently setting up and breaking down dental operatories before and after each procedure.
Conducted routine maintenance on dental equipment, prolonging the life span of costly tools and instruments essential for daily operations.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged return visits.
Mentored junior dental assistants, sharing valuable knowledge to strengthen the overall quality of the team''s performance.
Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Lead Dental Assistant

Education

Dental Assistant - Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry)

Associate of Science - Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry)

High School Diploma -

Skills

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Timeline

Lead Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant - Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry)

Associate of Science - Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry)

High School Diploma -

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