Irma Rodriguez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Driven Registered Dental Assistant with proven expertise in oral hygiene education and electronic charting, honed at Methodist Healthcare Ministries. Excelled in multitasking and teamwork, significantly enhancing patient care and clinic efficiency. Skilled in both pediatric and general dentistry, consistently delivering top-tier, patient-focused outcomes. Reliable Dental Assistant with 33 years of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting with 4-hand procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, mix and preparing materials for impressions or restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Methodist Healthcare Ministries
04.2018 - Current
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
Registered Dental Assistant
The Dentist For Kids
06.2005 - 08.2017
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
SAMADA
San Antonio, TX05.1991
High School Diploma -
Burbank High School
San Antonio, TX06.1986
Skills
Multitasking Competence
Time Management Capabilities
Electronic Charting
Oral hygiene education
Periodontal treatment support
Orthodontic assistance experience
Oral Surgery
Detail-oriented mindset
Pediatric dentistry familiarity
OSHA Regulations Knowledge
First Aid Training
Certified in CPR/AED
Dental Assistant (RDA)
Sealant Application
Full Mouth Radiographs
Teamwork and Collaboration
Denture Adjustment
Supply Ordering
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- CPR Training - accordingly
- Nitrous Oxide certified Training - accordingly
- Sealant application certified Training - accordingly
- Coronal Polish certified Training - accordingly
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Methodist Healthcare Ministries
04.2018 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
The Dentist For Kids
06.2005 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
SAMADA
High School Diploma -
Burbank High School
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- CPR Training - accordingly
- Nitrous Oxide certified Training - accordingly
- Sealant application certified Training - accordingly
- Coronal Polish certified Training - accordingly
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