LESLIE MEDINA
LODI,California
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
RDA
Mary Ali DDS
Lodi
10.2022 - 06.2024
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Took bitewing, periapical, and prepared for dentists to review.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
RDA
Simarro Brothers Dentalcare
Antioch, CA
04.1999 - 05.2022
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Education
RDA - Dental Assisting
Med Help Training School
Walnut Creek, CA09-1986
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Customer Relations
- Verbal Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Active Listening
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking
- Computer Skills
CPR/First Aid/AED
Maintaining license every 2 years, 25 CE continuing education units every 2 years, California Practice Act, Infection Control classes every 2 years, RDA license renewal every 2 years.
Timeline
RDA
Mary Ali DDS
10.2022 - 06.2024
RDA
Simarro Brothers Dentalcare
04.1999 - 05.2022
RDA - Dental Assisting
Med Help Training School
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