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Paula Cobo Zapata

Acworth,GA

Summary

Certified Dental Assistant with hands-on experience. Skilled at chairside assisting, dental radiography and building relationships with patients. Well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and enthusiasm to bring strong work ethic to excellent dental practice.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Supriti Balyan
Acworth, GA
06.2025 - 01.2026

Dental Assistant Experience:

  • Assisted dentists during various procedures, ensuring patient comfort and maintaining a sterile environment.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Prepared and sterilized dental instruments and equipment.
  • Assisted with periodontal charting and updated patient clinical records accurately.
  • Managed patient records and scheduled appointments using dental software.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene and post-procedure care.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.

Front Desk Experience:

  • Handled patient check-ins and check-outs efficiently.
  • Processed dental insurance claims and pre-authorization forms accurately after patients visit.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Communicated effectively with insurance companies to resolve any issues.
  • Provided excellent customer service and managed patient inquiries.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

Georgia Highlands College
Rome, Georgia, GA
01.2026 - 01.2026

Skills

  • Digital radiography
  • Patient management
  • Dental software
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Charting accuracy
  • Insurance processing
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Record keeping
  • Effective communication
  • Laboratory case management
  • Continuing education commitment
  • Treatment room setup
  • Medical records management
  • Instrument sterilization techniques
  • Patient scheduling

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Dental Assistant certification
  • Radiology certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

Georgia Highlands College
01.2026 - 01.2026

Dental Assistant

Supriti Balyan
06.2025 - 01.2026
Paula Cobo Zapata