Neida Ibarra
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Smiley Dental and Orthodontist, excelling in dental radiography and enhancing patient satisfaction. Leveraged expertise in equipment sterilization and exceptional communication skills to increase patient retention. Demonstrated professionalism in high-stress environments, contributing to a more efficient and safe dental care experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Smiley Dental and Orthodontist
08.2022 - Current
- 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, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Instructed patients on effective oral care practices.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Garland High School
Garland, TX06.2020
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Appointment scheduling
- X-ray processing
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Treatment room breakdown
- Sanitation protocols
- Knowledgeable in software
- Four-handed procedures
- Exam room setups
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - State Dental Board.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Smiley Dental and Orthodontist
08.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - State Dental Board.
High School Diploma -
South Garland High School
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