Jessely Yanez
Donna,Texas
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience, proficient in four-handed dentistry and bilingual communication. Demonstrated expertise in sterilization techniques and patient education, enhancing office efficiency and patient satisfaction. Known for exceptional teamwork and a professional demeanor, consistently improving patient care and safety.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Heroes Dental
Edinburg, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- 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.
- Sterilized rooms, prepped equipment, and instruments for numerous procedures daily.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
- Measured and recorded vital signs by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Assisted dentists and hygienists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, and adding water.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
Provider
Estrelle PHC
Edinburg, TX
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Enhanced client experience through assistance with routine activities and environmental safety.
- Elevated clients' mood through supportive companionship.
- Facilitated upkeep of personal hygiene, contributing to overall physical care.
- Sustained a consistently sanitized environment.
- Kept track of clients well-being and relayed information to healthcare professionals.
Education
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting
The College of Health Care Professions
McAllen, TX10.2024
High School Diploma -
Donna High School
Donna, TX06.2023
Skills
- Bi-lingual English/Spanish
- Four-handed dentistry
- Charting
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Infection control proficiency
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient education
- Dental material handling
- Sanitation protocols
- Patient services
- Dental staff assistance
- Knowledgeable in software,
- Complex Problem-solving
- Pediatric dental care
- HIPAA compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Taking X-rays
- Radiography safety
- Chairside assistance
- Instrument preparation
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Dentrix proficiency
- Exam room setups
- Four-handed procedures
- Infection control procedures
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Dental hygiene
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant Certification
- (CPR) Basic Life Support Certificate - Expires May 2026
- (OSHA) Occupational Safety and Health Administration Training
- (HIPAA) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act training
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Heroes Dental
10.2024 - Current
Provider
Estrelle PHC
11.2022 - 09.2024
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting
The College of Health Care Professions
High School Diploma -
Donna High School