Elisa Garcia
Frederick,MD
Summary
Professional dental assistant with experience in clinical support, patient care, and chairside assisting. Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for working with people and building patient trust. Empathetic and patient-focused when caring for pediatric, anxious, and special needs patients. Dependable team player committed to high-quality work and always striving to do my best. Skilled in sterilization, infection control, dental procedures, and intraoral photography, with an artistic background and attention to detail in clinical work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Pediatric Eyes and Smiles
2026.01 - Current
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Captured intraoral photographs for patient records and treatment planning
- Managed appointment scheduling and maintained organized patient records efficiently.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of treatment areas to meet safety standards.
- Four-handed dentistry and chairside assisting
- Engaged with children and special needs patients to create a welcoming environment, reducing anxiety before treatments.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Operatory setup with instruments , materials and equipment
- Stocked and organized dental supplies and materials
Customer Service Representative
Sheetz
2023.07 - 2026
- Delivered exceptional customer service through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Assisted customers in product selection and answered inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Managed cash transactions accurately while maintaining a balanced cash drawer.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure store cleanliness and organization standards were met.
Host
Red Lobster
2022.12 - 2025
- Welcomed and seated guests promptly, ensuring a positive first impression.
- Managed reservation systems to optimize seating efficiency during peak hours.
- Coordinated with servers and kitchen staff to facilitate smooth service flow.
- Assisted in training new hosts on operational procedures and customer service standards.
Education
CPR Certified -
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD07.2025
Dental Assisting -
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD12.2025
Dental Radiation Health And Safety Certification - Oral Radiography
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD06.2026
No Degree - Graphic And Digital Design
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD05.2028
Skills
- Strong customer service skills with a focus on patient comfort and satisfaction
- Dental radiography
- Equipment sterilization
- Appointment scheduling
- Infection control proficiency
- Knowledgeable in software
- HIPAA compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Chairside assistance
- Four-handed procedures
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
Certification
- CPR/AED Certified
- Dental Assisting Training Completed
- Dental Radiography (X-rays) Certification – In progress (June)
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Pediatric Eyes and Smiles
2026.01 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Sheetz
2023.07 - 2026
Host
Red Lobster
2022.12 - 2025
CPR Certified -
Frederick Community College
Dental Assisting -
Frederick Community College
Dental Radiation Health And Safety Certification - Oral Radiography
Frederick Community College
No Degree - Graphic And Digital Design
Frederick Community College