Davene Arellano
Janesville,US
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting, and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure dental assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant/Dental Front Office Receptionist
03.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
Inspector/Packer
Prent Corporation
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Inspect plastic products for defects and pack to our customers specifications.
- Employees, must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
- Read and comprehend specific job instructions.
- Utilize a scale to verify specifications to match the inspection sheet, fill-out numerous documents accurately and legibly.
- Must be detail oriented and quality conscious!
Team Member
KFC
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Taking orders
- Prepare food
- Serve it to customers, and clean up after they leave
- Was able to successfully communicate with all members of my team in order to navigate job responsibilities and complete daily tasks.
Server/ Cashier
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Counted cash in the register drawer to keep the register balanced at the start and end of each shift.
- Provided assistance to visitors by quickly resolving their questions and concerns.
- Kept the restaurant looking presentable by closely monitoring and meeting the needs of customers and team members.
- Restocked silverware, napkins, and items in restaurant environments.
- Kept an eye on guests for signs of intoxication and immediately alerted management.
- Maintained table settings by promptly and courteously removing courses, replacing utensils, and refilling beverages.
Education
UW-Whitewater at Rock County
Janesville, WIundefined
Professional Institute of Dental Assisting
Janesville, WISkills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Appointment scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Impression taking skills
- Patient education
- Treatment room setup
- Team collaboration
- Treatment room breakdown
- Dental material handling
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- Dental procedure preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Insurance billing
Languages/ Bilingual
Spanish
English
Timeline
Dental Assistant/Dental Front Office Receptionist
03.2023 - Current
Inspector/Packer
Prent Corporation
10.2021 - 01.2023
Team Member
KFC
01.2021 - 07.2021
Server/ Cashier
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
02.2020 - 07.2020
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Professional Institute of Dental Assisting
UW-Whitewater at Rock County
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