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Jessica De Lira

Buckeye,AZ

Summary

Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Helping Hand Dental Clinic, excelling in patient care coordination and inventory management. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and enhance team performance while ensuring optimal treatment outcomes through effective communication and expertise in dental radiography. Committed to maintaining high standards of sanitation and professionalism.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Helping Hand Dental Clinic
10.2021 - 05.2025
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring necessary resources were readily available for all procedures.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Mentored junior dental assistants, sharing valuable knowledge to strengthen the overall quality of the team''s performance.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Collaborated with other dental professionals to formulate comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases.

Dental Assistant

Risas Dental And Braces
06.2016 - 10.2021
  • 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.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.

Education

Certificate - Dental Assisting

Arizona School of Dental Assisting
Glendale, AZ
05-2016

High School Diploma -

Alhambra High School
Phoenix, AZ
05-2014

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Dental radiography
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Patient care coordination
  • Personable communication
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Restorative procedures
  • Inventory management
  • Knowledgeable in Open Dental, Dentrix, and XDR

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant
  • X-Ray Certified (RHS)

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Helping Hand Dental Clinic
10.2021 - 05.2025

Dental Assistant

Risas Dental And Braces
06.2016 - 10.2021

Certificate - Dental Assisting

Arizona School of Dental Assisting

High School Diploma -

Alhambra High School