Glenda Vasquez
Registered Dental Assistant
Temple,Tx
Summary
CONTACT SKILLS Four-Handed Procedures Medical Records Management Team Collaboration Restorative Procedures Dental Staff Assistance Dental Impressions Patient Data Gathering Oral Surgery Taking X-Rays Patient Intake Procedures Sanitation Protocols Surgical Setup Treatment Room Preparation X-Ray Processing Sterilization Techniques Chair Side Assistance Strong Writing and Verbal Skills Radiography Safety Oral Health Care Surgical Extractions Highly motivated and meticulous individual with proven ability to maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, as well as assist dentists in all aspects of patient oral care. Skilled in performing preventive and restorative dental treatments, digital x-rays, and lab work. Experienced in dental office software and patient record keeping, with a commitment to excellent customer service. Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience providing comprehensive patient care and dental hygiene services. Possesses a strong knowledge of dental procedures and a commitment to providing the highest quality care to patients of all ages. Experienced in using leading dental technologies, including digital radiography and intraoral cameras, to provide comprehensive assessments and treatment plans. Proven success in building relationships with patients and educating them on the importance of oral hygiene and preventive care. CAREER OBJECTIVE Dental Assistant Care dental spa, Temple, Tx Sterile Tech/Training DA Lone Star Pediatrics , Killeen, Tx As a sterile technician I would be in charge of sterilizing the instruments after every use, making sure that the instruments would be set up after every cleanse in each operatory room. As a training DA, I would do lap exams with the doctor chair side. I'll be sure to document every note that was said verbally to me in the notes section in dentrix, charting down teeth numbers that needed clinical work or existing treatment needing to be done as well as walking the patient and it's guardian parent up to the front to get scheduled for future treatment that the doctor signed for making sure that the patient is comfortable as could be. Getting work done in a timely manner. Being a team player for the whole team coming up with new ideas for the team to all get together and work
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Care Dental Spa
Temple, TX
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted dentists in providing quality dental care to patients, including taking and developing x-rays, charting teeth, preparing materials, and cleaning instruments
- Performed chairside duties such as suctioning, handing instruments, mixing materials, and applying topical anesthetics
- Sterilized and disinfected instruments and treatment rooms.
Dietary Hostess/Dietary Technician
Seton Medical Center
Harker Heights, Tx
03.2021 - 02.2023
- More functionable seeing where we could best fit meeting in the middle to reach goal for everybody
- My responsibilities as a dietary host/technician was to stock every refrigerator on every floor within a timely manner, pass out breakfast on every floor before 8 o'clock
- Make sure I had every diet correct for each patient that I had on the floor that day, including making sure that the intensive care unit got their tube feedings and breakfast down by a certain hour as well as going to every patient's room to gather their breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the next day accommodating to every need that the patient may have needed for their diet
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
Childcare Lead Teacher
Grace Discovery Center
Temple , TX
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Home Health Caregiver
The Valley Health Home Care
McAllen, TX
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Education
Dental Certification! - Dental Assistant
03.2020 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
08.2011 - 06.2015
Skills
Infection control proficiency
Strong manual dexterity
Dental staff assistance
Oral surgery
Patient intake procedures
Treatment room cleanup
Dental impression specialist
Patient data gathering
Equipment sterilization
Patient relations
Team collaboration
Electronic Charting
Proficient in [Software]
Local anesthetic proficiency
Dental radiography
Clinical quality program standards
Care plan assessment
Community integration
Progress documentation
First aid and safety
Behavioral Management
Medication Administration
Patient care
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent Communication
Decision-Making
Active Listening
Planning and Coordination
Dietary habits evaluation
Food counseling
Diabetic lifestyle planning
Data Entry
Menu board art
Item promotion
Food running
Dining area maintenance
To-go order preparation
Bill computation
Dining room management
Kitchen staff coordination
Bar terminology
High-volume dining
Self-Motivated
Accomplishments
- Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of Number staff members.
Affiliations
- Society of Human Resource Management
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant - Care Dental Spa
03.2023 - 12.2023
Dietary Hostess/Dietary Technician - Seton Medical Center
03.2021 - 02.2023
Vista College - Dental Certification!, Dental Assistant
03.2020 - 10.2020
Childcare Lead Teacher - Grace Discovery Center
01.2017 - 03.2019
Home Health Caregiver - The Valley Health Home Care
06.2016 - 06.2017
Temple High School - High School Diploma ,
08.2011 - 06.2015