Melissa Adame
Commerce City,CO
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
2
2
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Lowry Advanced Dentistry
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Managed sterilization of instruments to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated treatment plans efficiently.
- Supported dentists in performing routine and complex procedures effectively.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient experience and clinic efficiency.
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lester Arnold High School
Commerce City, CO05-2021
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Appointment scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Treatment room breakdown
- Patient education
- Electronic charting
- Pediatric assisting
- Restorative procedures
- Oral surgery assistance
- OSHA regulations
- HIPAA compliance
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Four-handed procedures
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Full mouth radiographs
- Open Dental
- Professionalism and etiquette
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant, Pima Medical Institute - 2023
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Lowry Advanced Dentistry
10.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lester Arnold High School