Melissa Taylor
Rockdale,TX
Summary
Friendly and reliable Dental Assistant offering unmatched patient care and workplace focus. Quick and accurate with excellent multi-tasking skills. Committed and hardworking Dental Assistant with experience in crowns, implants, fillings, Itero scanning and great bedside manner. Dedicated to resolving issues, answering patient questions and answering phones. Creative problem-solver versed in patient service. Trustworthy and dedicated Dental Assistant with 12 years of experience caring for patients.
Talented at correctly taking order information and serving to customers quickly . Cheerful when assisting customers with requests and meeting special needs. Reliable employee at waitressing and cashiering. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
Su Casa Y Mi Casa
04.2026 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness in guest rooms, ensuring high standards of hygiene and comfort.
- Utilized cleaning chemicals and equipment safely, adhering to safety protocols.
- Organized supply inventory, ensuring timely availability of cleaning materials.
- Trained new staff on effective cleaning techniques and best practices.
In-Home Nanny
Tyler and Jenny Pounders
10.2025 - 04.2026
- Provided personalized care and support for children, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
- Designed and implemented engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and behavioral expectations for children.
- Monitored children's progress and adapted strategies based on individual needs and growth patterns.
Cashier/ Customer Service
Thorndale Meat Market
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Proactively addressed long lines by opening additional registers when necessary, enhancing customer experience.
Dental Assistant
Forest Creek Family Dental Care
06.2011 - 08.2023
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists evaluations.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling 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.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for several procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Waitress
Apache Pass Steakhouse
08.2014 - 03.2020
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
- Streamlined order processing for increased efficiency through clear communication with kitchen staff.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Demonstrated extensive menu knowledge, enabling personalized recommendations for guests based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Contributed to the restaurant''s positive reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service and building rapport with regular patrons.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting and minimizing discrepancies at the end of shifts.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Reduced order errors by double-checking tickets before sending them to the kitchen staff for preparation.
- Promoted specials or upsold items effectively, increasing average check size and boosting overall sales revenue.
- Ensured food safety compliance by adhering to proper handling procedures when serving dishes.
- Handled customer complaints diplomatically, working towards satisfactory solutions that ultimately retained loyal clientele.
In Home Day Care
Self
02.2009 - 06.2011
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Bookkeeper
Rockdale Federal Credit Union
04.2006 - 03.2009
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure accuracy and timely payments.
- Reconciled bank statements and ledger entries, identifying discrepancies for resolution.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review, highlighting variances and trends.
- Implemented improved bookkeeping systems to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
Pre School Teacher
Little Tykes Learning Center
05.2002 - 04.2005
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to foster cognitive and social development.
- Created engaging learning environments that promote exploration and creativity among preschoolers.
- Established strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on children's progress and activities.
- Mentored junior teachers in classroom management techniques and early childhood education best practices.
Education
Dental Assisting License - Dental Assisting
Austin Dental Assisting School
Cedar Park, TX06.2011
Skills
- Patient Counseling
- Clinical Support
- Procedure Support
- Inventory Management
- Equipment Sterilization
- X-Ray Processing
- Dental office administration
- Customer Service
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Problem Resolution
- Payment Processing
- Product restocking
- Organizational abilities
- Time management skills
- Records Maintenance
- Patience and Empathy
- Classroom organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Housekeeper
Su Casa Y Mi Casa
04.2026 - Current
In-Home Nanny
Tyler and Jenny Pounders
10.2025 - 04.2026
Cashier/ Customer Service
Thorndale Meat Market
08.2022 - 02.2024
Waitress
Apache Pass Steakhouse
08.2014 - 03.2020
Dental Assistant
Forest Creek Family Dental Care
06.2011 - 08.2023
In Home Day Care
Self
02.2009 - 06.2011
Bookkeeper
Rockdale Federal Credit Union
04.2006 - 03.2009
Pre School Teacher
Little Tykes Learning Center
05.2002 - 04.2005
Dental Assisting License - Dental Assisting
Austin Dental Assisting School