Proactive professional with solid experience in surgical assistance and dental support. Known for strong teamwork and effective communication, consistently contributing to successful surgeries and improved patient care outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Assistant
Offshore Oral Surgery
San Marcos, CA
10.2025 - Current
Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and maintaining sterile environments during oral surgery procedures.
Supported the surgical team by anticipating needs and ensuring timely availability of required tools.
Monitored patient vitals and provided necessary updates to the surgeon during operations.
Coordinated with dental staff to streamline patient flow and enhance operational efficiency.
Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, ensuring smooth workflow during surgeries.
Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
Assisted in complex surgical procedures, contributing to successful patient outcomes with precise instrument handling.
Dental Assistant
Las Posas Dental Practice And Orthodontics
San Marcos, CA
08.2023 - 12.2025
Assisted in patient intake and medical history documentation to ensure accurate records.
Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies for efficient workflows.
Supported dentists during procedures by providing tools and ensuring patient comfort throughout treatments.
Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care for improved health outcomes.
Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and office protocols for consistent service delivery.
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.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
Surgical Assistant
North County Oral and Facial Surgery Center
Escondido, CA
01.2025 - 10.2025
Maintained accurate records of surgical procedures and inventory of instruments used.
Contributed to post-operative care by providing patients with recovery instructions and support materials.
Engaged in continuous learning about new surgical techniques and equipment to improve assistance quality.
Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
Reduced post-operative complications through thorough wound care and dressing application.
Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
Assisted in implementation of new surgical protocols, leading to more efficient and safer surgical practices.
Maintained strict adherence to health and safety protocols, significantly reducing post-operative infection rates.
Coordinated with dental staff to streamline patient flow and enhance operational efficiency.
Education
Credentials/Certificate - Oral Maxillo Facial Surgery
CAL OMSA
San Diego, CA
10.2025
Certficate/Diploma - Dental Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
San Marcos, CA
10.2023
High School Diploma -
San Marcos High School
San Marcos, CA
06.2019
Skills
Teamwork and cooperation
Setting up and operating equipment
Surgical equipment handlin
Sterile technique proficiency
Operating room etiquette
Medication administration
Pre- and post-surgical counts
Patient positioning expertise
Infection control protocols
Suture cutting
Certification
(Registered Dental Assistant) License Current
(Oral Maxillo Facial Surgery Assistant) License Current
Dental X-Ray Certificate
HIPPA Certificate
Coronal Polish Certificate
Dental Sealants Certificate
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
Offshore Oral Surgery
10.2025 - Current
Surgical Assistant
North County Oral and Facial Surgery Center
01.2025 - 10.2025
Dental Assistant
Las Posas Dental Practice And Orthodontics
08.2023 - 12.2025
Credentials/Certificate - Oral Maxillo Facial Surgery