Melinda Sanchez
Summary
Dental assistant and receptionist with 3 years of experience in managing front desk operations and assisting in dental procedures. Proficient in patient care, scheduling, and maintaining electronic records, with a strong emphasis on creating a welcoming environment. Bilingual in English and Spanish, offering excellent organizational and time management skills to enhance patient experiences and operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Receptionist
Craig Robinson
Barstow
06.2023 - Current
- Managed the front desk, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere for patients
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments, optimizing the daily schedule for efficiency
- Coordinated patient check-in and check-out processes, handling insurance verification and payment collection
- Maintained electronic patient records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with privacy regulations
Dental Assistant
Dr. Robinson's D.D.S.
Barstow
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentist during dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient visits, sterilizing instruments and setting up necessary equipment
- Took and developed dental x-rays, ensuring high-quality images for accurate diagnosis
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provided post-treatment care instructions
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, ordering new materials when needed to maintain adequate stock levels
Dialysis Technician Trainee
Desert Cities Dialysis
Victorville
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Monitored patient vitals during dialysis sessions for safety and comfort.
- Prepared dialysis machines and ensured proper functionality before treatments.
- Assisted patients with access site care and hygiene protocols.
- Documented patient progress and treatment details accurately in records.
Dental Receptionist
Dr jang dental
Barstow
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Managed the front desk, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere for patients
- Answered phones, addressed patient inquiries, and provided information about dental services
- Managed patient recalls and follow-up appointments, improving patient retention
In-N-Out Associate
In-N-Out Burger
Barstow
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted in the development and implementation of marketing strategies to drive customer acquisition and retention
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze market trends and identify opportunities for product improvement
- Conducted research on competitor products, pricing, and promotions to inform pricing strategy
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory
Education
High school diploma -
Barstow High School
Barstow, CASkills
- Organizational skills
- Dental office experience
- Medical terminology
- Medical receptionist
- Patient care
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Customer service
- Medical office experience
- Spanish
Timeline
Dialysis Technician Trainee
Desert Cities Dialysis
02.2026 - 05.2026
Dental Receptionist
Craig Robinson
06.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. Robinson's D.D.S.
06.2023 - Current
Dental Receptionist
Dr jang dental
04.2023 - 06.2023
In-N-Out Associate
In-N-Out Burger
06.2021 - 04.2023
High school diploma -
Barstow High School