Malia Johnson
Temple,TX
Summary
Registered dental assistant aiming to transition to a front desk role, dedicated to patient comfort and strong team collaboration. Experienced in pediatric care, fast‑paced environments, radiography, record keeping, and chairside support. Committed to quality care, clear communication, and fostering a supportive, team‑oriented environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Community Dental Partners
Killeen, Texas
11.2025 - Current
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and provided tailored post-treatment care instructions to enhance recovery.
- Managed patient records and maintained confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards.
- Sterilized instruments and ensured a clean, safe treatment environment.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling to optimize clinic flow and address patient needs effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to support daily operations.
- Supported administrative tasks such as filing documents and updating medical records.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
- Performed chairside duties, including preparation of trays, passing instruments to the doctor, and removal and attachment of brackets and wires for braces.
- Took dental radiographs and photographs.
Team Member
Smoothie King
Belton, Texas
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided product information.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store with a friendly demeanor.
- Processed customer transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system.
- Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
- Managed inventory by restocking supplies and organizing storage areas.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during food preparation.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
- Rotated through a series of different stations based on team needs.
- Operated blending equipment and maintained cleanliness of workstations.
Live-Out Nanny
Private Household
Temple, TX
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Supervised children's daily activities and ensured safety during playtime.
- Supervised daily activities to foster safe and engaging playtime for children.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, such as washing dishes used by the kids or tidying up after them.
- Taught life skills, including personal hygiene and organization.
- Maintained a clean and organized play environment for children's use.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, including washing dishes and tidying up play areas to maintain a clean environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
Temple, TX05-2025
Skills
- Orthodontic procedures
- Radiograph taking
- Instrument sterilization
- Patient education
- Appointment scheduling
- Chart updating
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Writing and typing
- Active learning
- Problem solving
- Excellent work ethic
Certification
- RDA
- BLS certification
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Community Dental Partners
11.2025 - Current
Team Member
Smoothie King
09.2025 - 11.2025
Live-Out Nanny
Private Household
04.2024 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Homeschool