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Jocelin Ortiz

Dental assistant
Garden Grove,CA

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Anaheim Dentist
11.2022 - Current

Certification - Dental

Concorde Career College
02.2022 - 11.2023

Receptionist

Beacon Asset. Group
05.2016 - 02.2020

Cashier

Del Taco Inc.
06.2014 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Westminster High
08.2009 - 10.2013

Work History

Dental Assistant

Anaheim Dentist
Anaheim, California
11.2022 - 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.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
  • Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
  • Increased office efficiency by maintaining patient records with up-to-date information.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
  • Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
  • Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.

Receptionist

Beacon Asset. Group
Garden Grove, California
05.2016 - 02.2020
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Cashier

Del Taco Inc.
Costa Mesa, California
06.2014 - 01.2015

Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Education

High School Diploma -

Westminster High
Westminster, CA
08.2009 - 10.2013

Certification - Dental

Concorde Career College
Garden Grove, CA
02.2022 - 11.2023

Skills

  • Oral Surgery
  • Patient Data Gathering
  • Patient Intake Procedures
  • Dental Staff Assistance
  • Taking X-Rays
  • Chair Side Assistance
  • Surgical Extractions
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Tooth Extraction
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Care Standards
  • Full Mouth Radiographs
  • Electronic Charting
  • Data Confidentiality Measures
  • Disinfecting Rooms and Equipment

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefits

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Jocelin OrtizDental assistant