Miriam Duran
Cleburne,TX
Summary
Versatile and dedicated, with a proven track record at The Play Space and Affordable Dentistry and Orthodontics, I excel in emotional support and dental hygiene. Leveraging bilingual skills and expertise in child development, I enhance patient and child experiences, fostering positive environments and promoting health and well-being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Caregiver
The Play space
Fort Worth , Texas
03.2022 - Current
- Provided emotional support when needed during periods of distress or anxiety.
- Ensured that toys, furniture and equipment are clean and sanitized regularly.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet dietary needs and preferences.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
Dental Assistant
Affordable Dentistry and Orthodontics
Fort Worth, TX
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
Skills
- Child development
- Emotional support
- Social skills teaching
- Bilingual
- Patient communication
- Dental hygiene
- Social skills teaching
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Affordable Dentistry and Orthodontics
01.2024 - 04.2024
Child Caregiver
The Play space
03.2022 - Current