Jocelyn Peña
Ventura ,CA
Summary
I am a fast learner, with a profound enthusiasm for assisting people and making positive change in any setting. I excel at new challenges and consistently pursue possibilities for personal and professional development. I approach every task with enthusiasm, flexibility, and a devotion to quality, all while maintaining a proactive mindset, and a strong commitment to teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr. Bryce Kinard Pediatric Office
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures and maintained a sterile environment.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Rochon Pediatric Dental Office
02.2025 - 01.2026
- Collaborated with dental team to improve office efficiency and workflow.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Performed dental cleanings, and fluoride treatments on pediatric patients.
Assistant
Southern California Endodontic Group
11.2023 - 02.2025
- Sets up treatment rooms, sterilizes equipment, and organizes materials so that all the tools that are needed are close at hand.
- Helps patients feel less anxious, explains processes, and makes sure they are comfortable during treatment.
- Follows strict rules for cleanliness and sterilization to keep patients safe and stop cross-contamination.
- Assists the dentist during procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring the dentist has everything needed.
Barista
Red Kettle Coffee
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Take customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Comply with health and safety standards, including food handling, sanitation, and cleanliness.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
- Collaborate with other staff members to ensure smooth daily operation.
- Prepared high-quality coffee beverages using espresso machines and grinders.
Food Runner
Esau's
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintain contact with kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers to ensure that dining details are handled properly and customers' concerns are addressed.
- Serve food or beverages to patrons, and prepare or serve specialty dishes at tables as required.
Education
Dental Assisting - Thousand Oaks, CA
Allied Dental Assisting School
Thousand Oaks, CA12.2023
High School Diploma - Carpinteria, CA
Carpinteria High School
Carpinteria, CA01.2022
Some College (No Degree) -
Ventura City College
Ventura, CASome College (No Degree) -
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Passionate
- Taking X-rays
- Multi-tasking
- Customer Service
- Ability to work with a team
- Compassion and Empathy
- Coffee machinery
- Cleanliness
Certification
Food handling certification
Contacts
Jocelynpena04@gmail.com, (805) 701-3008
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dr. Bryce Kinard Pediatric Office
02.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. Rochon Pediatric Dental Office
02.2025 - 01.2026
Assistant
Southern California Endodontic Group
11.2023 - 02.2025
Barista
Red Kettle Coffee
08.2022 - 12.2023
Food Runner
Esau's
03.2022 - 08.2022
Dental Assisting - Thousand Oaks, CA
Allied Dental Assisting School
High School Diploma - Carpinteria, CA
Carpinteria High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Ventura City College
Some College (No Degree) -
Santa Barbara City College