Michael Astorga
Houston,TX
Summary
Talented Dental Assistant with 20 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental
01.2022 - 02.2024
- 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.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations and various dental procedures, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Assisted in Expanded Services such as Oral Surgery and Prosthetics
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Applied fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Assisted in coronal polishing.
- Assisted in administering nitrous oxide.
Dental Assistant
Goodland Dentistry
06.2015 - 01.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Assisted in administering nitrous oxide.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
09.1993 - 10.2013
- Leading Petty Officer Branch Clinic MCAS Miramar CA Jan 2013-Oct 2013
- Leading Petty Officer Nursing Department Naval Hospital San Diego Ca Feb 2012-Jan 2013
- Leading Petty Officer BMU-1 Coronado Ca Feb 2009-Jan 2012
- Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class USS Tarawa Jan 2008-Jan 2009
- Student Independent Duty Corpsman San Diego Aug 2006- Jan 2008
- Leading Petty Officer Branch Dental Clinic MCAS Beaufort SC July 2003-July 2006
- Dental Technician 2nd Class USS John C Stennis July 2000-Jul 2003
- Leading Petty Officer Front Desk Branch Dental Clinic San Diego Ca July 1997-Jun 2000
- Dental Assistant USS Coronado May 1994-Jun 1997
- Student Naval School of Dental Assistant and Technology Dec 1993-May 1994
Education
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
Houston, TX06.1993
Skills
- Multitasking Competence
- Time Management Capabilities
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Patient care excellence
- Dental Materials Knowledge
- Team Collaboration
- Infection control expertise
- Sealant Application
- Oral Surgery
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental
01.2022 - 02.2024
Dental Assistant
Goodland Dentistry
06.2015 - 01.2022
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
09.1993 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School