Kimberly Sarmiento
Seattle,WA
Summary
Surgical professional with solid background in supporting complex surgical procedures and ensuring operational efficiency. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Reliable and adaptable with strong skills in sterile techniques and patient interaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Emergency Dental Care USA
02.2026 - Current
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments according to infection control protocols.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care for improved health outcomes.
- Supported dentists during procedures by providing necessary instruments and materials promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for streamlined communication.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Surgical Dental Assistant
Advance Periodontics
07.2021 - 05.2026
- Experienced in Dexis-xray system and CT-scanner, Panda-chart notes, DSN-scheduling system and Bluenote- messaging system.
- Scanning with Trios for Essix retainer and dental implant planning.
- Ensuring patients are fully informed on dental surgeries (Pre and Post-operative Care) and Sedation
- Maintain sterile field (Both sterilization and surgeries)
- Follow-up calls to patients after surgery and pre-operative IV calls
- Mentored junior assistants in best practices for patient handling and equipment management.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, showcasing strong dexterity and knowledge of dental anatomy.
- Maintained detailed records regarding treatment plans, progress notes, and consent forms to ensure continuity of care across visits.
- Ensured optimal patient safety through vigilant monitoring during surgeries and timely assistance to the surgeon.
Bartender/Sever/Hostess
Sharps Roast House
01.2016 - 02.2021
- Collect Money for bill
- Balance cash receipts
- Checked identification of customers to identify age for purchase of alcohol
- Clean and maintain work area to keep up with health regulations
- Performed dining room preparatory work
- Scheduled and assisted in setting up of planned events
- Juggled multiple tasks while providing best customer satisfaction
- Assisted servers with counting tallies at shift end
- Handled customer complaints with good listening skills and working with management
Telephone Service Operator In Room Dining
The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Listen to customers request, answer questions, and provide telephone information
- Processed room payments and coordinated with accounting department
- Maintain and update filing order shipments and restocking goods
- Delegated teams to successfully operate the department
- Kept track of guests allergies and or concerns
Club Coordinator
The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Organize, maintain, and update scheduled appointments
- Directed and coordinated activities with departments
- Filed and maintained records of members and guests private information/account
- Operated office machines such as photocopiers, fax machines, and voicemail systems
Education
Registered Dental Assistant - Dentistry
Pima Medical Institute
Renton, WA01-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Tech
Seattle Central College
Seattle, WA06-2026
Skills
- Detail Oriented- high accuracy
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- First aid training
- Oral surgery assistance
- Pediatric dental care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Dexis, CBCT, Trios proficiency
- Skilled Reservation and scheduling
- Reception experience
- Multi-line telephone system
- Skilled handling of customer service
- Maintain Sterilization and Sterile Field
- Memorized and assisted in various surgical setups for different doctors
- Impression taking skills
- Patient education
Certification
- BLS/CPR & AED (American Heart Association)
- OSHA & HIPAA
- Outstanding Attendance
- Registered Dental Assistant
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Emergency Dental Care USA
02.2026 - Current
Surgical Dental Assistant
Advance Periodontics
07.2021 - 05.2026
Bartender/Sever/Hostess
Sharps Roast House
01.2016 - 02.2021
Telephone Service Operator In Room Dining
The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay
08.2014 - 01.2016
Club Coordinator
The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay
06.2012 - 08.2014
Registered Dental Assistant - Dentistry
Pima Medical Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Tech
Seattle Central College