Makayla Vergara
Ramona,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Dental Assistant with experience providing high-quality patient care and supporting dentists during a wide range of procedures. Skilled in chairside assisting, sterilization and infection control, digital X-rays, and patient education. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and great communication skills. Committed to delivering exceptional patient experience and contributing to a collaborative dental team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
PDS Health
Poway, California
01.2025 - Current
- Sterilized instruments and maintained a clean, organized workspace in compliance with safety standards.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene best practices to promote recovery and health.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes, improving overall patient flow and satisfaction.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Escort patient to room and prepare for the visit by recording vitals, taking all necessary X-rays and Intra-oral images.
- Created diagnostic models by taking Impressions and pouring stone.
- Assisted Dentists in preparing for fillings, inlay/onlays, and crowns.
- Created Emax crowns by scanning, designing, milling, glazing, and baking using Cerec.
- Fabricated Temporary crowns using preliminary impressions.
- Prepared and sent physical and digital lab cases.
- Coronal Polishing and application of Pit & Fissure Sealants.
- Some experience with Pediatrics and Orthodontics.
Grocery Team Member
Amazon Fresh
Poway, California
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Stocked shelves efficiently, ensuring product availability and adherence to store layout standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in aisles to promote safety and accessibility for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory promptly during peak hours to meet customer demand.
- Supported promotional initiatives by setting up displays that effectively showcased sales items for visibility.
- Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
- Maintained food safety standards by properly storing perishable items and monitoring expiration dates.
Food and Beverage Preparer/ Server
Poke Oka
Ramona, CA
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Prepared high-quality ingredients for menu items, ensuring freshness and optimal presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of preparation area, adhering to food safety standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline workflow and improve service efficiency during peak hours.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction and loyalty.
- Trained new team members on service protocols and operational procedures effectively.
- Prepared high-quality food and beverages according to standardized recipes and customer preferences.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Certification - Dental Assisting
San Diego Dental Careers
Claremont, CA12.2024
High School Diploma -
California Connections Academy
Remote06.2024
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Infection control proficiency
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking ability
- Organizational standards
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant - Dec. 2024
- X-ray License - Dec. 2024
- CA Dental Practice Act - Jan. 2025
- 8 Hour Infection Control - Jan. 2025
- Coronal Polishing - Feb. 2026
- Pit & Fissure Sealants - May 2026
Timeline
Dental Assistant
PDS Health
01.2025 - Current
Grocery Team Member
Amazon Fresh
08.2024 - 01.2025
Food and Beverage Preparer/ Server
Poke Oka
08.2023 - 09.2024
Certification - Dental Assisting
San Diego Dental Careers
High School Diploma -
California Connections Academy