Joyce Solano
SANANTONIO,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Dental Assistant with expertise in dental radiography, patient education, and equipment sterilization. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and enhancing patient care.
Overview
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12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
San Antonio, TX
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring sterile environments and patient comfort.
- Prepared treatment rooms and dental instruments for efficient workflow.
- Managed patient scheduling and follow-up appointments to enhance office efficiency.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Dental Assistant
Ferro Family and Cosmetics
San Antonio, TX
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care to support effective recovery.
- Recorded patient histories and maintained accurate electronic health records.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve service delivery.
- Trained new staff on office protocols, safety standards, and equipment usage.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Daniel Sanez
San Antonio, TX
01.2017 - 11.2019
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Implemented inventory tracking system to optimize supply management and reduce waste.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Chandler Nursing Center
San Antonio, TX
01.2015 - 02.2018
- Provided compassionate care to residents, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Implemented infection control protocols, improving safety standards within facility.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Education
San Antonio Christian Dental
San Antonio, TX02-2016
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient education
- Oral surgery
- HIPAA compliance
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
03.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
Ferro Family and Cosmetics
09.2019 - 12.2021
Dental Assistant
Dr. Daniel Sanez
01.2017 - 11.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Chandler Nursing Center
01.2015 - 02.2018
San Antonio Christian Dental