Mereya Rosalez
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Smile Life Specialties, excelling in patient care and infection control. Skilled in digital radiography and appointment scheduling, I enhance operational efficiency while fostering strong patient relationships. Committed to continuous education, I ensure high-quality support during procedures, improving patient satisfaction and comfort.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Smile Life Specialties
Corpus Christi
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort and operational efficiency.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments, adhering to strict safety and hygiene standards.
- Managed patient records using digital software, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, reinforcing preventive care measures.
- Supported the front office with scheduling appointments, optimizing workflow and patient flow.
- Conducted initial patient assessments, gathering medical histories to support treatment planning.
- Collaborated with dental team members to enhance patient experience and satisfaction levels.
- 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, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- 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.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- 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.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality chairside assistance during dental procedures.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Provided post-operative instructions to patients following various treatments such as extractions or root canals.
- Typed patient data into computer system using Software while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Supported dentists during the administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Collaborated with dental team members to deliver comprehensive care for all patients.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Impressions for dentures and partials
- Crown preps
- Bridge prep
Education
Dental Assistant
South Texas Vo-tech
Corpus Christi, TX03.2026
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Electronic charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Patient care excellence
- Infection control expertise
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient records management
- Impression taking accuracy
- Restorative procedures
- Patient relations
- Restorative dentistry
- Continuing education commitment
- Appointment scheduling efficiency
- Dental radiography
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Dental software fluency
- Digital radiography proficiency
- Dental procedure assistance
- Patient intake procedures
- Local anesthetic proficiency
- Medical records management
- Multitasking
- Exam room setups
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Patient schedule management
- Dental materials selection
- Four-handed procedures
- X-ray processing
- Sanitation protocols
- Dental impressions
- Treatment room setup
- First aid training
- Sterilization techniques
- Dental records
- Patient scheduling
- Patient services
- Knowledgeable in software
- Clinical support
- Proficient in software
- Dental staff assistance
- Dental terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Oral health education
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Oral X-rays
- Infection control procedures
- Radiography safety
- Chair-side support
- Instrument preparation
- Chairside assistance
- Instrument selection
- Oral healthcare
- Taking X-rays
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Treatment room preparation
- Dental assistant (RDA)
- Sealant application
- Patient flow management
- Disinfection and sterilization
Certification
CPR/bls
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Smile Life Specialties
02.2026 - Current
Dental Assistant
South Texas Vo-tech