Jocelyn Arevalo
Sparks
Summary
Assisted dental teams in completing tasks efficiently to achieve objectives.,Supported colleagues in navigating complex responsibilities.,Contributed as a dental assistant with 6 years of experience in dental health operations and patient education on oral hygiene.,Maintained cleanliness of equipment to enhance patient safety.,Documented and organized detailed patient records.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Cypress Dental
6880 S McCarran Blvd, Ste 9, Reno Nv 89509
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficient workflow.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments, maintaining compliance with health and safety standards.
- Managed patient records using dental software(eagle software dental )enhancing accuracy and accessibility of information.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, improving their overall dental health awareness.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated follow-up care, optimizing patient flow in the office.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Handled administrative tasks such as verifying insurance benefits and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
Dental Assistant
Reno Smiles Dentistry And Orthodontics
Reno, NV
10.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided chair-side assistance during periodontal, preventive and operative dental procedures.
- Reviewed 100+ monthly patient charts and logged patient data during exams and procedures.
- Transferred, retracted and prepared instruments for dental procedures.
- Informed patients of basic oral hygiene and plaque control methods.
- Obtained radiographs of 100% of patients using standard dental radiographic equipment.
- Monitored blood pressure and pulse before starting any treatment and reviewed medical history following all guidelines.
- Managed dental inventory
- Maintaining work area clean including sterile, operatory rooms, and lab.
- Fully trained in dental procedures such as impressions, dentures, implants, extractions, crowns, fillings, and basic exams.
- Provided excellent face to face patient care, answering questions, scheduling, and increasing patient satisfaction.
Freight and Sales Associate
Buckle
Reno, Nevada
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Applied security and loss prevention training toward recognizing risks and reducing store theft
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability
- Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
- Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs
- Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising collateral
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing and accessories and explained how to properly care for merchandise
Order Picker
Arrowhead Electrical Products Inc.
Reno, Nevada
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Entered package information into company's computer system with high degree of accuracy
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents
- Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations
- Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport
Accountant, Cashier, Manager
Bistro Habanero
Reno, Nevada
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize work flows to meet any daily demand
- Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift
- Accurately calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees
- Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance
Education
Some College - Science Education
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NVHigh School Diploma - undefined
Galena High School
Reno, NV06.2016
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Point of sale knowledge
- Adapt to diverse groups
- Exceptional customer service
- Excellent people skills
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Dentrix proficiency
- Inventory replenishment
- Dental Health Education
- Product and service sales
- Taking medical and dental histories
- Instrument and room setup
- Dental terminology
- Dental Materials Knowledge
- Multi-tasking strength
- Data entry
- Fast learner
- Decision-making
- Cash register operation
- Interpersonal skills
- Client service
- Merchandising understanding
- Preventive care
- Medical Emergencies Handling
- History documentation
- Chairside assisting
- Flexible schedule
- Medical charting
- Dental X-Rays
- Active listening
- Infection control
- Time management abilities
- Professionalism
- Relationship building
- Basic computer skills
- Self motivation
- Treatment room preparation
Languages
Spanish, Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Cypress Dental
02.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Reno Smiles Dentistry And Orthodontics
10.2021 - 12.2024
Freight and Sales Associate
Buckle
09.2018 - 04.2020
Order Picker
Arrowhead Electrical Products Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2018
Accountant, Cashier, Manager
Bistro Habanero
08.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Galena High School
Some College - Science Education
Truckee Meadows Community College