Leyla Rinconeno-Gonzales
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Hello, I am currently a Pediatric Dental Assistant in Chesterton IN. I have 3 years of hands-on experience delivering compassionate, efficient care. Proficient in preparing treatment rooms, assisting with restorative and preventive procedures, and maintaining strict infection-control standards. Recognized for building trust with patients and helping them feel comfortable throughout treatment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Dental Assistant
All About Kids Dental Care
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Educated patients and parents on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of treatment areas per safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
- Prepared treatment rooms efficiently before each procedure.
- Utilized digital radiography equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, effectively anticipating needs and reducing treatment times.
- Provided post-operative care instructions to patients, parents or guardians.
- Ensured optimal oral health for pediatric patients with thorough teeth cleaning and fluoride treatments.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry and oral surgery.
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in patient management and appointment scheduling for optimal workflow.
- Implemented office protocols that improved patient check-in processes and reduced wait times.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morgan Twp High School
Valparaiso, IN05-2022
Completion - Dental Assisting Vocational
Portage High School
Portage, IN05-2022
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Dental radiography proficiency
- Infection control protocols
- Oral hygiene education
- Pediatric dentistry
- Restorative procedures assistance
- Preventive dental care
- Dental terminology
- Treatment room setup
- HIPAA compliance
- Sterilization techniques
- Continuing education commitment
Certification
Licensed Dental Radiographer- Sept 2024
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified- Renewed Oct 2025
Coronal Polishing Certified- Jan 2024
Sealant and Fluoride Placement Certified- Jan 2024
Timeline
Pediatric Dental Assistant
All About Kids Dental Care
12.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
09.2022 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Morgan Twp High School
Completion - Dental Assisting Vocational
Portage High School