Mandy Montijo
Coolidge,AZ
Summary
Experienced with patient care and dental procedure support, ensuring smooth clinic operations. Utilizes effective sterilization and infection control practices for safe environment. Knowledge of dental software and radiography, enhancing patient care quality and clinic efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Florence Family Dentistry
Florence, AZ
11.2014 - Current
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of treatment areas.
- Supported dentists with chairside assistance and procedure setup.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Cashier
Ace Hardware
Coolidge, AZ
03.2020 - 10.2025
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers in locating products and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced register at shift end.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store operations.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
Albuquerque, NM11-2007
High School Diploma -
Coolidge High School
Coolidge, AZ11-1997
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Inventory management
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix/Dexis
- Chair-side support
Timeline
Cashier
Ace Hardware
03.2020 - 10.2025
Dental Assistant
Florence Family Dentistry
11.2014 - Current
Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Coolidge High School