Desiree Cao
3323 E 10th Street,NC
Summary
Entry-level Dental Assistant with training in radiography, sterilization, chairside support, impressions, and patient care. Certified in Dental Assisting, Radiology, and CPR. Strong communication, organizational, and patient relationship skills developed through externships and healthcare volunteer experience. Dedicated to providing efficient clinical support and exceptional patient experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nail Technician
Soho Nails Spa
Hendersonville, North Carolina
08.2018 - Current
- Provided high-quality manicure and pedicure services while ensuring client satisfaction
- Maintained sanitation of tools and workspaces in compliance with health regulations
- Scheduled appointments, managed client records, and supported daily operations
- Delivered excellent customer service through effective communication and personalized care
- Assisted with inventory management, restocking, and promoting services to support business growth
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12-2026
Dental Assisting -
Accelerated Academy
Hendersonville, NC07-2025
Associate of Arts - Art
BlueRidge Community College
Hendersonville, NC07-2023
Skills
- Dental Radiography
- Sterilization & Infection Control
- Alginate Impressions
- Pouring & Trimming Models
- Appointment Scheduling
- Patient Education
- Patient Relationship Management
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Cosmetology License
- Dental Assisting Certificate
- Radiology Certificate
- CPR Certificate
Clinical Experience
Dental Assistant Extern | Beacon Dental | Winterville, NC | October 2025
- Observed dental professionals during patient care and clinical procedures
- Gained exposure to chairside assisting, sterilization protocols, and daily office operations
Dental Assistant Extern | Vinson Dental | Winterville, NC | October 2025
- Observed restorative and preventive dental procedures
- Shadowed dental professionals during patient care and clinical procedures
Dental Assistant Extern | Lotus Dental | Charlotte, NC | July 2025
- Participated in dental assistant tasks and clinical observation
- Assisted with patient preparation and operatory organization
- Supported sterilization and infection control procedures
Dental Assistant Extern | Carolina Smiles | Etowah, NC | June 2025
- Shadowed dental professionals during patient care procedures
- Guided patients to treatment rooms and prepared operatories
- Cleaned and sterilized treatment rooms between patients
- Observed chairside assisting, patient communication, and office workflow
Timeline
Nail Technician
Soho Nails Spa
08.2018 - Current
Associate of Arts - Art
BlueRidge Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
East Carolina University
Dental Assisting -
Accelerated Academy