Noemi Lua-Barragan
Registered Dental Assistant
Dalton,GA
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with 5 years of experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
East Ridge Family Dental
East Ridge, Tennessee
12.2019 - Current
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Booked patient appointments and managed treatment details using industry-standard registration software.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
- Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
Certified Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Dalton, GA
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Booked patient appointments and managed treatment details using standard registration software.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Head Cashier
Ace Hardware
Dalton, GA
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Facilitated and logged store opening, closing and shift changes.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided help in resolving complex problems.
- Received and processed customer payments.
- Oversaw weekly and seasonal merchandising and signage changes to promote specific products.
- Alleviated customer service needs with policy-appropriate solutions.
- Maintained and updated security protocols for front desk operations.
- Mentored new team members on sales software system operation.
- Led cashiers and associates in providing thoughtful customer service.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Answered customer questions and helped find specific items.
- Maintained stock to meet expected customer demand.
Front Counter/Server
Ice Castle
Dalton, GA
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Packaged and delivered to-go orders and trays for guests leaving restaurant.
- Helped customers choose items based on menu options, dietary needs and preferences.
- Reconciled cash drawer and corrected any errors.
- Provided responsive, exceptional service to customers by answering questions, making recommendations, providing samples and responding to requests.
- Processed customer orders and accurately entered into system.
- Managed multiple tasks in high-volume environment.
- Restocked counter supplies, condiments, napkins and silverware.
- Used manual and electronic kitchen appliances to clean, unwrap, slice and trim food products.
- Addressed guest complaints and resolved issues to promote satisfaction.
- Processed cash, debit and credit card payments.
- Offered suggestions on order substitutions for customers with allergies or other dietary restrictions.
- Delivered items to guest tables and addressed and requests.
- Rotated food items and discarded expired items to keep food inventory fresh.
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on ovens, grills, stoves and hot plates.
- Maintained clean and organized appearance for restaurant areas to attract and retain customers.
- Greeted all guests upon arrival and offered immediate assistance.
- Demonstrated knowledge and applied proper food handling standards.
- Maintained sanitation of restaurant by mopping and sweeping floors, washing counters and disposing of trash.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coahulla Creek High School
Dalton, GASkills
Oral Surgery
Dental Office Administration
Infection Control Proficiency
Dental Radiography
Electronic Charting
Treatment Room Cleanup
Equipment Sterilization
Teambuilding
Responsibility
Trustworthiness
Cleanliness/Tidy
Accomplishments
- National Beta Club
- National Honors Society
- Spanish Honors Society
- Big Buddy Program
Certification
RDA - Registered Dental Assistant (Licensed in TN)
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
East Ridge Family Dental
12.2019 - Current
Certified Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
09.2017 - 11.2019
Head Cashier
Ace Hardware
09.2016 - 09.2017
Front Counter/Server
Ice Castle
01.2016 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Coahulla Creek High School