Holly Thuwaini
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Dynamic dental assistant with expertise in infection control and patient communication, honed at Dr. James Loyd DDS. Proven ability to deliver exceptional care while maintaining a sterile environment. Multilingual communicator skilled in problem-solving, ensuring patient satisfaction and efficient operations in high-pressure settings. Committed to excellence in dental practices and patient interactions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr. James Loyd DDS
San Diego, CA
05.2016 - 05.2025
- Responded promptly to patient inquiries via phone calls or emails in a professional manner.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Supported dentist chairside with root canal and extraction procedures.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums, and dental arches.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Server
Harritnas
San Diego , CA
01.2013 - 05.2016
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Accurately calculated checks using POS system; processed payment transactions quickly and efficiently.
- Checked regularly with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and beverages.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
- Greeted guests in a friendly and welcoming manner.
- Delivered food and drinks to tables efficiently, maintaining optimal food temperature and presentation.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
- Served large groups and private parties, coordinating with the kitchen to ensure seamless service.
- Adhered to all health department standards while preparing food items according to company recipes and specifications.
- Set up tables and counters to prepare dining and serving areas.
Translator and Interpreter
Maximus/African Alliance
San Diego, CA
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Compiled background information on content and context of translations for intended audience.
- Discussed translation requirements with clients to determine fees to charge for provided services.
- Facilitated communication for people with limited language proficiency.
- Proofread translated documents before submitting them to the client for review.
- Confirmed accuracy of technical terms and terminology and remained consistent during translation revisions.
- Translated client documents between languages.
- Advised colleagues on best practices regarding linguistic issues encountered during translation projects.
- Adhered to ethical codes protecting information confidentiality.
- Adjusted translations to students' cognitive level and collaborated with other educational team members as necessary.
- Promoted translation accuracy by referring to reference dictionaries, lexicons or computerized terminology banks.
Education
Associate of Science - Science
UEI
San Marcos, CA06-2014
Skills
- Patient communication
- Dental radiography
- Infection control
- Dental charting
- Equipment sterilization
- Anatomy expertise
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Multilingual communication
- Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Full Professional
Aramaic
Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dr. James Loyd DDS
05.2016 - 05.2025
Server
Harritnas
01.2013 - 05.2016
Translator and Interpreter
Maximus/African Alliance
01.2011 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Science
UEI
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