Miriam Alvarado Chacon
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant with expertise from Desert Ridge Pediatric Dentistry, skilled in digital X-ray proficiency and infection control. Enhanced patient satisfaction through efficient chairside assistance and meticulous sterilization practices. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all patients. Knowledged in special needs as I saw majority special needs patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Desert Ridge Pediatric Dentistry
10.2018 - 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.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Making sure patients are comfortable adjusting to their needs. Familiar with special needs as I saw many patients with different disabilities.
Education
Dental Assitant -
Carrington College
Phoenix, AZ08.2017
Paradise Valley High School
Phoenix, AZ05.2014
Skills
- Dental radiography
- Equipment sterilization
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- X-ray processing
- Appointment scheduling
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Infection control proficiency
- Treatment room breakdown
Certification
- DENTAL CORONAL POLISHING
- CPR CERTIFIED/FIRST AID
- ARTICLE 9
Languages
English, Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Desert Ridge Pediatric Dentistry
10.2018 - 02.2024
Dental Assitant -
Carrington College
Paradise Valley High School
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