DANIELA LOPEZ
Parkdale,OR
Summary
Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in patient care, and dental procedures. Skilled in assisting with routine and complex dental procedures while maintaining patient comfort. Demonstrated strengths include knowledge of dental hygiene best practices and ability to manage administrative tasks efficiently. Notable for enhancing overall oral health by providing diligent support to dentists during examinations and surgeries.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Hood River Dental
Hood River, OR
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Call Center Representative
One Community Health
Hood River, OR
08.2022 - Current
- Answered incoming calls from customers and provided assistance with scheduling inquiries, billing questions, and other customer service-related issues.
- Scheduling medical and dental appointments.
- Developed effective working relationships with team members across multiple departments.
- Assisted customers with navigating the MyChart website to locate desired information.
- Updated customer accounts, addresses and contact information within call management databases.
Cashier, Fruit Packer
Kiyokawa Orchards & Fruit Stand
Mt Hood, OR
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Maintained cleanliness of the front area by ensuring that all surfaces are wiped down regularly.
- Organized merchandise displays according to store guidelines for maximum visibility and convenience.
- Performed opening and closing procedures such as counting cash drawers, setting alarms.
- Tracked inventory levels on a daily basis to ensure shelves were adequately stocked with merchandise at all times.
Childcare Assistant
Where The Heart Is
Hood River, OR
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Observed and monitored the safety of all children in care.
- Promoted physical activity by encouraging outdoor playtime activities like sports and games.
- Assisted in meal preparation including preparing snacks and drinks.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as tidying up toys after playtime is over.
Education
High School -
Hood River Valley High School
Hood River, OR06.2022
Skills
- Bilingual: Spanish and English
- Chair side assistance
- Taking X-rays
- Restorative procedures
- Exam room setups
- Patient data gathering
- Infection control procedures
- X-Ray Processing
- Dental terminology knowledge
- Appointment Scheduling
- Clinical Support
- Patient Services
- Patient Education
- Equipment Sterilization
- Oral Healthcare
- Oral X-Rays
References
- Raenell Rafferty, Counselor, Hood River Valley High School, 541.386.4500
- Randy Kiyokawa, Work boss, Kiyokawa Orchards & Fruit Stand, 541.352.7115
- Greta, Work boss, Where The Heart Is, 541.386.2847
Activitiesandservice
- Hood River Community, Food bank volunteer
- Hood River Valley High School, Preschool volunteer after school
Certification
- Oregon Board of Dentistry
- Radiological Proficiency
- Issued October 31, 2023
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Hood River Dental
11.2023 - Current
Call Center Representative
One Community Health
08.2022 - Current
Cashier, Fruit Packer
Kiyokawa Orchards & Fruit Stand
07.2020 - 11.2021
Childcare Assistant
Where The Heart Is
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Oregon Board of Dentistry
- Radiological Proficiency
- Issued October 31, 2023
High School -
Hood River Valley High School
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