Maria Fernanda Ruiz
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Bilingual Dental Assistant (Spanish–English) with over 2 years of experience in Spanish‑speaking clinics.
Skilled in chairside assistance for restorations and orthodontics, infection control (OSHA/CDC), and digital radiography.
Organized and detail‑oriented, with strong patient‑communication skills.
Available as an independent contractor (ITIN).
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary
ZZ Auto Sales
Charlotte, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts.
- Handled documentation, sales contracts, negotiated with clients, and processed payments.
Dental Assistant
General Dentistry & Orthodontic
Bucaramanga, Country Of Colombia
- Assisted in restorative, endodontic, and orthodontic procedures by passing instruments and suctioning intraoral fluids.
- Performed preliminary impressions and digital X-rays, adhering to OSHA/CDC biosecurity protocols.
- Prepared materials for fillings and dental models (mixing alginate and plaster).
- Provided post‑treatment instructions to Spanish‑speaking patients, fostering a trusting environment.
Education
Dental Assistant -
DA Academy
Charlotte, NC05-2023
High School -
Nation Ford High School
Fort Mill, SCSkills
- Digital X-rays
- Chairside Assistance (restorative & orthodontics)
- Infection Control & Sterilization
- 1099 Billing & ITIN invoicing
Languages
- Spanish – Native
- English – Intermediate (CEFR B1), able to communicate effectively with patients and team members in a dental setting
Timeline
Secretary
ZZ Auto Sales
01.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
General Dentistry & Orthodontic
Dental Assistant -
DA Academy
High School -
Nation Ford High School