Marlene Gonzalez
New Castle,Colorado
Summary
Friendly Dental Assistant with few months of experience building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Comfortable in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff. Also a motivated pre-dental hygiene student seeking to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Mountain Family Health Centers
Rifle, CO
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
Retail Sales Associate
Target
Glenwood Springs, Colorado
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
- Provided product information and answered customer questions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
- Performed cashier duties, such as ringing up sales, processing payments and issuing receipts.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
- Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
- Adhered to all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials or working with heavy equipment.
- Promoted special offers and discounts to encourage additional purchases.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding sale of age-restricted items.
- Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
Food Service Worker
Michoacana Ice Cream
Glenwood Springs, Colorado
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling sharp objects or hazardous materials.
- Ensured that all foods were prepared according to health department regulations.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Colorado Mountain College
Glenwood Springs, COSkills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Inventory Management
- Patient Relations
- Clinical Support
- Team Collaboration
- Chair-side support
Accomplishments
- President Academic Honors List
Certification
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Mountain Family Health Centers
01.2024 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Target
04.2023 - Current
Food Service Worker
Michoacana Ice Cream
02.2022 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Colorado Mountain College
- BLS Certified
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