Maria Nunez
Reno,NV
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Boca Dental And Braces
04.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Gallery Host
Hyatt Place Reno Tahoe Airport
10.2016 - Current
- Greeting guests with a great attitude
- Handling cash, credit card payments, assisting with group meetings
- Documentation and reporting duties during different shifts
- Helping in the kitchen and laundry when needed.
Dental Assistant
My Kids Smile
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted 2 dentists at chairside by providing necessary instruments, suctioning, routine cleanings, and treatment procedures, making patients feel as relaxed as possible
- Maintained a clean, sterile, and positive environment, optimizing patients' comfort/safely
- Gained necessary dental experience in processing x-rays when necessary
- Sterilized dental instruments and units to protect the patient and other dental team from transmitted disease
- Scheduling, calling to confirm appointments, verifying insurances, answering calls.
Education
Bilingual Office Assistance -
TMCC
High School Diploma -
Washoe High School
Skills
- OSHA Compliance
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- CPR Certification
- Ability to Multitask
- Equipment Sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Dental Radiography
- Multitasking Competence
- Patient care excellence
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Boca Dental And Braces
04.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
My Kids Smile
07.2023 - 04.2024
Gallery Host
Hyatt Place Reno Tahoe Airport
10.2016 - Current
Bilingual Office Assistance -
TMCC
High School Diploma -
Washoe High School