Jody Meza
Registered Dental Assistant
Anza,CA
Summary
Friendly Pediatric Dental Assistant with 2+ years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in pediatric dental procedures. Works well with all personality types and special needs, when interacting with patients and staff. Reliable, well-rounded professional skilled handling multiple tasks, including making dental impressions, sterilizing stations, and taking X-rays. Skilled with experience and success providing chair-side assistance to dentists in fast-paced dental offices. Accurate when preparing equipment and materials for treatment, taking radiographs and educating patients. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service. Driven and successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
Murrieta, CA
11.2022 - Current
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using appointment software.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- Assisted in dental procedures, such as scaling and root planing.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
- Organized lab cases for dentists by tracking progress throughout production cycle until delivery back to practice.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Assisted dentist in the administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Took intraoral radiographs using digital X-ray equipment per doctor's orders.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Performed routine laboratory functions, including taking alginate impressions for study models.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Maintenance Crew Member
Lake Hemet
Mountain Center, CA
07.2010 - 09.2013
- Assisted with painting projects both inside and outside the facility.
- Repaired minor carpentry, electrical and plumbing issues to return equipment to functionality.
- Trimmed trees and bushes to maintain a neat appearance at all times.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving damage caused by storms or other natural disasters.
- Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
- Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged drains, leaking faucets, broken pipes.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Provided support to other crew members during large-scale maintenance tasks.
- Removed debris from roofs and gutters to prevent water damage.
- Cleared walkways of snow and ice during winter months.
- Cut grass around the perimeter of the building using a lawn mower.
- Applied sealant around windowsills to keep out drafts and pests.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks.
Food and Beverage Server
Cahuilla Creek Casino
Anza, CA
03.2009 - 12.2009
- Provided detailed information on menu items, including ingredients and preparation methods.
- Worked closely with bartenders to ensure accurate drink orders were served quickly.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Prepared bills and processed credit card payments at the end of each shift.
- Processed payments from customers using the POS system.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Followed proper sanitation standards when handling food and beverage items.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Painter's Helper
Patriot Painting
Wildomar, Ca
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
San Joaquin Valley College
Temecula01-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Art And Science
Mt. San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, CASkills
- Patient Schedule Management
- Dental Radiography
- Exam Room Setups
- Restorative Dentistry
- Four-Handed Procedures
- Restorative Procedures
- Patient Services
- Instrument Preparation
- Dental Hygiene
- Equipment Sterilization
- Procedure Support
- Patient Scheduling
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Treatment Room Setup
- Proficient in Epic
- Chair-Side Support
- Taking X-Rays
- Knowledgeable in 1VU
- Oral X-Rays
- Patient Records Gathering
- Dental Impressions
- Chairside Assistance
- Sterilization Techniques
- Treatment Room Breakdown
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
11.2022 - Current
Painter's Helper
Patriot Painting
01.2020 - 06.2021
Maintenance Crew Member
Lake Hemet
07.2010 - 09.2013
Food and Beverage Server
Cahuilla Creek Casino
03.2009 - 12.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
San Joaquin Valley College
Some College (No Degree) - Art And Science
Mt. San Jacinto College