Maria Diaz
Rockingham,NC
Summary
Motivated and hardworking Dental Assistant with 4 years of hands-on experience working with a General Dentist. Skilled in assisting with daily dental procedures, patient preparation, room setup, sterilization, and maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment. Fluent in Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members. Known for being a fast learner, dependable, organized. Dedicated to providing patients with compassionate care while supporting the dental team and ensuring a smooth and efficient office environment.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Rockingham, Nc
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and care.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and supplies for efficient operations.
- Instructed patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow for optimal clinic efficiency.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained a clean working environment to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient experience and service delivery.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Prepared dental instruments and equipment to ensure readiness for procedures.
Manufacturing Production Associate
Plastek Industries
Rockingham, NC
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Monitored assembly line operations to ensure quality standards.
- Supported production quality standards by regularly testing and verifying production processes.
- Operated injection molding machines for plastic production processes.
- Assisted coworkers in completing assembly line tasks efficiently.
Education
Dental Assistant 1 - Dental Assisting
NC Dental U
03.2022 - 05.2022
Richmond Senior High School
Rockingham, NCSkills
- Dental radiography
- Endodontics and oral surgery
- Patient care
- Instrument sterilization
- Clinical room preparation
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Appointment scheduling
- Order and maintain office supplies
- Help Train new employees
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Intraoral Radiography for Dental Auxillary
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation for Dental Auxiliaries
- Dental Assistant 1
- Certified with American Red Cross for Adult/Pediatric CPR/AED
Timeline
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
05.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant 1 - Dental Assisting
NC Dental U
03.2022 - 05.2022
Manufacturing Production Associate
Plastek Industries
06.2020 - 04.2022
Richmond Senior High School