Nayshca Salguero-Rivera
St. Marys,GA
Summary
Experienced Dental Assistant with a strong background in patient care, chairside support, and dental radiography. Trained in the U.S. Navy, bringing discipline, reliability, and adaptability to fast-paced dental environments. Skilled in infection control, patient education, and maintaining accurate records. Committed to delivering compassionate care and ensuring smooth dental operations in civilian practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Corpsman Dental Technician
United States Navy, USN
11.2021 - Current
- Assisted dentists in routine and complex procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments to meet strict infection control standards.
- Conducted dental radiographs and maintained accurate patient records.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care.
- Supported large-scale dental screenings and readiness exams for service members.
- Trained junior staff in dental procedures, safety, and patient interaction.
Patient Transporter
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided clear instructions to patients during the transportation progress.
- Assisted in the ER as primary transporter ensuring immediate transfers to medical units and procedures
- Coordinated patient transport schedules to ensure timely arrivals for medical appointments and procedures.
- Assisted patients during transfers, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the transport process.
- Executed safe lifting techniques when handling patients, reducing the risk of injury to both patients and staff.
- Responded swiftly to emergency transport requests, ensuring rapid movement of critical patients.
Education
Hospital Corpsman Dental Technician Certification -
Naval Dental Assisting Program
Joint Base San Antonio, TXHigh School Diploma -
Sandalwood High School
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Chairside assistance for general and surgical dentistry
- Dental radiography (X-rays) and imaging
- Infection control & sterilization procedures (OSHA-compliant)
- Patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care
- Dental charting & electronic health record management
- Team collaboration & workflow efficiency
- Adaptability in high-pressure environments
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant, United States Department of Labor, April 2024
- Certified Medical Secretary, United States Department of Labor, Dec 2025
- CPR & First Aid – American Red Cross
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Hospital Corpsman Dental Technician
United States Navy, USN
11.2021 - Current
Patient Transporter
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
07.2020 - 08.2021
Hospital Corpsman Dental Technician Certification -
Naval Dental Assisting Program
High School Diploma -
Sandalwood High School