Heidi Sarmiento
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Friendly dental assistant with several years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Rampart Dental group
Las Vegas, NV
04.2023 - Current
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
- Prepared bills and completed insurance forms using system software.
Dental Assistant
Centennial Family Dentistry
Las Vegas, NV
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Dental Assistant
Montecito Town Center Dental Group
Las Vegas, NV
10.2014 - 04.2020
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Education
Graduate - Dental Assistant
Milan Institute
Las Vegas, NV08-2014
High School Diploma -
Jurupa Valley High School
Jurupa Valley, CA06-2000
Some College (No Degree) - Education Administration
Riverside City College
Riverside, CASkills
- Patient Education
- Procedure Support
- Patient Counseling
- Patient Services
- Inventory Management
- Dental Hygiene
- Dental staff support
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Rampart Dental group
04.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Centennial Family Dentistry
05.2020 - 07.2021
Dental Assistant
Montecito Town Center Dental Group
10.2014 - 04.2020
Graduate - Dental Assistant
Milan Institute
High School Diploma -
Jurupa Valley High School
Some College (No Degree) - Education Administration
Riverside City College
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