Martha Leon
Santa Paula,CA
Summary
Proven Registered Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Dr. Beer's clinic, showcasing exceptional dental radiography proficiency and patient care excellence. Excelled in performing complex dental procedures and educating patients, significantly improving dental health outcomes. Skilled in dental software fluency and bilingual communication, enhancing team collaboration and patient satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Juvenile Justice Complex
03.2023 - 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.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Typed patient data into computer system using [Software] while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Beer
06.2004 - 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.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, emails, and maintaining communication between staff members.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Yoon
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- General dentistry and ortho chair side.
- Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santa Paula High School
Santa Paula, CAAssociate of Science - Natural Sciences
Ventura College
Ventura, CASkills
- Multitasking Competence
- Time Management Capabilities
- Electronic Charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Patient care excellence
- Dental Materials Knowledge
- Team Collaboration
- Infection control proficiency
- Dental Radiography
- Dental software fluency
- Dental procedure assistance
- Orthodontic assistance experience
- Periodontal treatment support
- Dental office administration
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- First Aid Training
- Equipment Sterilization
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Juvenile Justice Complex
03.2023 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Yoon
01.2018 - 09.2022
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Beer
06.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Santa Paula High School
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Ventura College
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