Joel Aragon
Houston,TX
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients. Talented Dental Assistant with 21 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Bright Value Dental
01.2017 - 11.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Dental Assistant
Sharpstown Dental
02.2004 - 12.2012
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
Dental Assistant
Castle Dental Centers
02.2002 - 01.2004
Dental Assistant
Monarch Dental Associates
03.2001 - 01.2002
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
HCC
Houston, TXHigh School Diploma -
Sharpstown High School
Houston, TX06.2001
Skills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Clinical Support
- Inventory Management
- Procedure Support
- Patient Relations
- Restorative Dentistry
- Data Confidentiality Measures
- Dental Impression Specialist
- Treatment Room Setup
- X-Ray Processing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Scheduling
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Dental Staff Support
- Patient Services
- Patient Education
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Bright Value Dental
01.2017 - 11.2023
Dental Assistant
Sharpstown Dental
02.2004 - 12.2012
Dental Assistant
Castle Dental Centers
02.2002 - 01.2004
Dental Assistant
Monarch Dental Associates
03.2001 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science -
HCC
High School Diploma -
Sharpstown High School
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