Lili Melendez
Summary
Compassionate and growth-minded Registered Dental Assistant with extensive experience in pediatric and general dentistry. Committed to supporting patients through anxiety and discomfort while delivering high standards of clinical care. Skilled in sedation support, sterilization, communication and driven by a team-first mindset. Eager to contribute to a mission-focused practice dedicated to whole-person health like Renken Dentistry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Bright Smiles Family Dentistry
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
- Increased patient retention by developing strong relationships and providing personalized care.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Coordinated team schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining a positive work-life balance for staff members.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Bain Pediatric Dentistry for Kids
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Captured comprehensive radiological images to assist in various diagnosis.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
Dental Assistant
Kids Tooth Team
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Accounted for dental supply inventory and managed ordering of doctor preferred instruments.
- Performed general chair side duties, specializing in pediatrics, oral surgery and endodontics.
- Documented accurate patient health history information as well as vital signs for future reference.
Dental Assistant
SouthCentral Foundation
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed prophy and sealant procedures under direct supervision.
- Familiarized various dental programming such as CareStack, Tab32, Eaglesoft, Practiceworks.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental instruments using proper OSHA guidelines.
Education
Certificate of Dental Assisting -
Salish Kootenai College
Pablo, MT01.2021
Skills
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Patient Care Standards
- Infection Control Proficiency
- Clinical computer skills
- Assist in Sedation and General Anesthesia
- Optimized patients comfort and safety
- Works positively with patients and staff
- Fit and apply appliance bands
- Digital X-ray proficiency
Certification
- DANB Nationally Certified, 05/26
- Basic Life Support, 11/26
- RDA - Texas State Certification 06/25
- N2O Monitoring
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Bright Smiles Family Dentistry
08.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. Bain Pediatric Dentistry for Kids
09.2022 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant
Kids Tooth Team
07.2022 - 09.2022
Dental Assistant
SouthCentral Foundation
02.2021 - 06.2022
Certificate of Dental Assisting -
Salish Kootenai College
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