JASMINE RODRIGUEZ
Alhambra,CA
Summary
Results-driven and compassionate Dental Assistant with over 12 years of experience providing chairside support, radiography, and patient education in general and cosmetic dentistry. Skilled in maintaining efficient clinic operations, ensuring patient comfort, and promoting oral health. Recognized for strong teamwork, communication, and attention to detail in fast-paced dental environments. Multi-talented dental assistant with several years of expertise assisting with all areas of dental treatment. Committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists. Talented at closely monitoring patients during procedures to quickly address issues with pain or discomfort.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Los Angeles Dental Arts
Los Angeles, USA
07.2012 - Current
- Support dentists during a wide range of dental procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort.
- Sterilize and maintain instruments, treatment areas, and equipment according to OSHA and infection control standards.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care to promote long-term dental health.
- Take and process high-quality digital X-rays for dentist review.
- Manage patient scheduling and dental records for a busy practice serving 30+ patients daily.
- Maintain accurate inventory of dental supplies, reducing shortages and improving organization.
- Collaborate closely with dentists, hygienists, and administrative staff to maintain smooth workflow.
- Provide excellent customer service by answering patient inquiries and ensuring a welcoming environment.
Dental Assistant Intern
Los Angeles Dental Arts
Los Angeles, USA
02.2012 - 07.2012
- Assisted dentists with chairside procedures and maintained sterile work environments.
- Managed inventory and ensured availability of dental instruments and materials.
- Coordinated and confirmed patient appointments, ensuring efficient scheduling.
- Greeted patients, prepared treatment rooms, and ensured a positive patient experience.
- Entered and maintained patient data in the dental records system, ensuring confidentiality.
Education
Dental Assistant Certificate -
American Career College
California06.2012
Skills
- Dental Radiography & X-rays
- Patient Education & Post-Treatment Care
- Chairside Assistance
- Records Management & Confidentiality
- Appointment Scheduling & Coordination
- Inventory & Supply Management
- Office Administration & Customer Service
- Equipment Sterilization & Infection Control
- Preventive Dentistry Promotion
- Dental Software: Dentrix
- Dental Software: Eaglesoft
- Microsoft Office
Certification
• California Radiation Safety (X-Ray) License
• Coronal Polishing Certificate
• CPR/BLS Certified
• Registered Dental Assistant
• Coronal Polishing Certificate
• CPR/BLS Certified
• Registered Dental Assistant
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Los Angeles Dental Arts
07.2012 - Current
Dental Assistant Intern
Los Angeles Dental Arts
02.2012 - 07.2012
Dental Assistant Certificate -
American Career College