Lilia Esparza
Redwood City,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Dental Assistant with strong skills in dental instrument sterilization, patient record management, and bilingual communication in Spanish and English. Committed to maintaining a safe environment and enhancing patient education. Patient-oriented dental assistant bringing several years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
San Mateo County Medical Center
San Mateo, California
11.2016 - Current
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms for patient procedures and appointments.
- Sterilized dental instruments and maintained a clean working environment.
- Supported the dentist during examinations and dental procedures.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Recorded patient medical histories and updated electronic health records accurately.
- Handled inventory of dental supplies and ensured stock levels were maintained.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address questions and concerns promptly.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
- Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Assisted dentist in the administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures, and post-procedure home care.
- Organized lab cases for dentists by tracking progress throughout the production cycle until delivery back to the practice.
- bilingual communication skills Spanish and English.
RDA
San Antonio Dental
Mountain View, California
01.2009 - 03.2016
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assisted dentists during examinations and procedures to ensure patient comfort.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments to maintain a safe environment.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care.
- Collaborated with dental team to improve workflow efficiencies in clinic operations.
- Monitored inventory of supplies, ordering materials as needed for daily operations.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Conducted preliminary assessments, including taking patient histories and vital signs.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
- Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using appointment software.
- Obtained informed consent forms from patients prior to performing any treatment procedure.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
- Ordering supplies, Henry Schein.n
RDA
Dr siva
Redwood City, California
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assisted dentists with patient examinations and treatments.
- Maintained sterilization of instruments and dental equipment.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient procedures and consultations.
Education
Dental Assiting Program
Daly City, CAAssociate of Arts -
Canada College
Redwood City, CASkills
- Dental instrument sterilization
- Patient record management
- X-ray imaging techniques
- Chairside assistance
- Dental procedure preparation
- Oral health education
- bilingual communication skills Spanish & English
- Supply inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
San Mateo County Medical Center
11.2016 - Current
RDA
San Antonio Dental
01.2009 - 03.2016
RDA
Dr siva
01.2006 - 03.2008
Dental Assiting Program
Associate of Arts -
Canada College