Erika Escamilla
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Diligent Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in dental assisting and taking radiographs. Successfully supported dental procedures and ensured patient comfort, contributing to improved practice efficiency. Demonstrated competence in front office managment, consistently maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Rancho Park Dental Group
04.2019 - 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.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
- Followed up on pending claims when needed.
- Covered for office manager when she was on vacation.
Education
DA
American Career College
CA05-2019
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Equipment Sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Appointment Scheduling
- Patient Scheduling
- Infection control proficiency
- Electronic Charting
- Restorative procedures
- Office Administration Duties
- Knowledgeable in Curve Hero and Dentimax
- Chairside assistance
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Rancho Park Dental Group
04.2019 - Current
DA
American Career College
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