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Jocabed Valdez

Pharr,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented Dental Assistant skilled in patient care, digital radiography, and record management. Committed to maintaining high standards in clinical support and enhancing patient experiences. Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in patient care, dental procedures, and office management. Skilled in assisting with routine and complex dental procedures while maintaining patient comfort. Demonstrated strengths include knowledge of dental hygiene best practices and ability to manage administrative tasks efficiently. Notable for enhancing overall oral health by providing diligent support to dentists during examinations and surgeries. Compassionate Dental Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, dental procedure assistance, and infection control practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to ensure optimal patient comfort and support dentist's needs during procedures.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dental Care At Madera Vista
Green Valley , AZ
10.2024 - 10.2025
  • Took and developed dental radiographs using digital imaging equipment.
  • Supported dentists during procedures by passing instruments and maintaining patient comfort.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.

Dental Assistant

Sonrisa Dental
San Antonio, Texas
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and organizing dental instruments and supplies.
  • Took and developed dental radiographs using digital imaging equipment.
  • Supported dentists during procedures by passing instruments and maintaining patient comfort.
  • Managed patient records ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
  • Collaborated with team members to create a welcoming environment for patients.

Dental Assistant

Dorsett Dentistry & Braces
Tucson, Arizona
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.

Dental Assistant

Topaz Dentistry
San Antonio, Texas
07.2024 - 07.2024
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.

Dental Assistant

South Texas Smiles
San Antonio, Texas
07.2024 - 07.2024
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.

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Smiley Dental & Orthodontics
San Antonio, Texas
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Dental Assistant

Bigway
San Antonio, Texas
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
  • Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
  • Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.

Dental Assistant

Potranco Family Dental
San Antonio, Texas
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and organizing dental instruments and supplies.
  • Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.

Dental Assistant

Bella Smiles Cosmetic And Family Dentistry
San Antonio, Texas
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.

Dental Assistant

Evans Family Dental
San Antonio, Texas
05.2024 - 05.2024
  • Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.

Dental Assistant

West Alamo Dental Care
San Antonio, Texas
04.2024 - 04.2024
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Collaborated with team members to create a welcoming environment for patients.

Dental Assistant

South Texas Smiles
San Antonio, Texas
04.2024 - 04.2024
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.

Dental Assistant

Sunrise Family Dental
San Antonio, Texas
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Managed patient records ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.

Dental Assistant

Les Pratt DDS
San Antonio, Texas
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and organizing dental instruments and supplies.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.

Dental Assistant

Culebra Family Dentistry
San Antonio, Texas
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.

Dental Assistant

Castle Hills Dental
San Antonio, Texas
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Assisted with patient scheduling and appointment confirmations at Sonrisa Dental.
  • Managed patient records ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.

Dental Assistant

Monarch Dental
San Antonio, Texas
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.

Dental Assistant

Eventide Family Dentistry | x | Cosmetic Dental Care
San Antonio, Texas
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.

Dental Assistant

Sunrise Family Dental
San Antonio, Texas
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.

Dental Assistant

L & M Dental Windcrest
San Antonio, Texas
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.

Education

Registered Dental Assistant -

SACMDA
McAllen, TX
04-2003

High School Diploma -

PSJA North High School
Pharr, TX
05-2002

Skills

  • Digital radiography
  • Patient record management
  • Dental instrument sterilization
  • Treatment room preparation
  • Anesthetic administration support
  • Patient education techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Dental material handling
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Patient intake procedures
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Dental hygiene
  • Dentrix proficiency
  • OSHA regulations
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Dental procedure preparation
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Electronic charting
  • Dental terminology
  • Taking X-rays
  • Oral X-rays
  • Periodontics
  • Dental impression specialist

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Certification

Registered Dental Assistant License

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Sonrisa Dental
03.2025 - 03.2025

Dental Assistant

Dental Care At Madera Vista
10.2024 - 10.2025

Dental Assistant

Dorsett Dentistry & Braces
09.2024 - 09.2024

Dental Assistant

Topaz Dentistry
07.2024 - 07.2024

Dental Assistant

South Texas Smiles
07.2024 - 07.2024

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Smiley Dental & Orthodontics
06.2024 - 06.2024

Dental Assistant

Bigway
06.2024 - 06.2024

Dental Assistant

Potranco Family Dental
06.2024 - 06.2024

Dental Assistant

Bella Smiles Cosmetic And Family Dentistry
06.2024 - 06.2024

Dental Assistant

Evans Family Dental
05.2024 - 05.2024

Dental Assistant

West Alamo Dental Care
04.2024 - 04.2024

Dental Assistant

South Texas Smiles
04.2024 - 04.2024

Dental Assistant

Sunrise Family Dental
03.2024 - 03.2024

Dental Assistant

Les Pratt DDS
03.2024 - 03.2024

Dental Assistant

Culebra Family Dentistry
03.2024 - 03.2024

Dental Assistant

Castle Hills Dental
03.2024 - 03.2024

Dental Assistant

Monarch Dental
03.2024 - 03.2024

Dental Assistant

Eventide Family Dentistry | x | Cosmetic Dental Care
03.2024 - 03.2024

Dental Assistant

Sunrise Family Dental
02.2024 - 02.2024

Dental Assistant

L & M Dental Windcrest
02.2024 - 02.2024

Registered Dental Assistant -

SACMDA

High School Diploma -

PSJA North High School
Jocabed Valdez