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Karen Chavez

El Paso

Summary

To find a position in a reputable dental office where I may put my abilities, knowledge, and strong interpersonal skills to

good use. Driven Dental Assistant with strong knowledge of dentistry practices. Well-rounded professional skilled handling

multiple tasks, including making dental impressions, sterilizing stations, and taking X-rays.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Orthodontic Assistant

99 Braces
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
  • Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
  • Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
  • Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
  • Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
  • Managed emergency situations calmly, providing immediate care when necessary before escalating to the orthodontist if needed.
  • Developed comprehensive knowledge of various orthodontic appliances, enabling accurate preparation for each procedure.

Dental Assistant

Keep Smilin' Family Dentistry
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • 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.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.

Accounting Assistant

Ch Trucking
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.

Education

Dental Assistant

Pima Medical Institute
El Paso, TX
05.2024

Associates In Biology - Biology

Ranger College
Ranger, TX
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Montwood High School
El Paso, TX
05.2020

Skills

  • Chart updating
  • Elastics placement
  • Orthodontic archwire changes
  • Orthodontic bonding
  • Bracket removal
  • Taking impressions and pouring models
  • Sterilization/Disinfection
  • Dental x-rays

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Orthodontic Assistant

99 Braces
09.2024 - 04.2025

Dental Assistant

Keep Smilin' Family Dentistry
05.2024 - 09.2024

Accounting Assistant

Ch Trucking
10.2023 - 05.2024

Dental Assistant

Pima Medical Institute

Associates In Biology - Biology

Ranger College

High School Diploma -

Montwood High School

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