Rachael Salinas
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Professional individual willing to work as a key player in a challenging environment while exploring my full potential. I am committed and dedicated to helping patients as well as my community, with the intention of building a career at a leading dental facility as a Dental Assistant, which will allow career growth and advancement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Enclave Dental
10.2021 - Current
- Assist with laser procedures (frenectomys and night lease)
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment
Office Manager
360 Smiles
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented office policies and procedures
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders
Office Manager
Ideal Dental Care
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed Office of 8, Greeted and prepared patients for dental examinations
- Coordinated appointment schedules for both the dentist and oral surgeon
- Routinely completed inventory, supply orders and restocked supplies
- Managed invoices and transaction receipts
- Consistently followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies
Lead Dental Assistant
Ideal Dental Southlake
06.2014 - 10.2015
- Provided chairside assistance to dentists during dental procedures
- Assisted with the setup of treatment rooms and sterilization of instruments
- Instructed patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each procedure
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available
Dental Assistant
Keller Family Dental
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs
- Prepared dental materials such as composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices
- Fabricated temporary crowns, mouth guards
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols
Treatment Coordinator
Coppell Smiles
10.2011 - 09.2013
- Managed patient scheduling, appointment reminders, and follow-up calls
- Created customized treatment plans for patients based on individual needs
- Tracked patient progress and updated records accordingly
Education
RDA Certification - Dental Assisting
ATI Career Training Center
North Richland Hills, TX10.2011
High School Diploma -
Keller
Keller, Texas05.2002
Skills
- Office Management
- Financial Coordination
- Treatment Presentation
- HIPPA Compliant
- OSHA Compliant
- Dentrix Knowledge
- Eaglesoft Knowledge
- Care Credit Certified
- Chairside Assisting in all Procedure Types
- Sterile Procedures
- 4 Handed Dentistry
- All types of Impressions
- Invisalign
- Temp Crowns
- Lab Procedures
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Enclave Dental
10.2021 - Current
Office Manager
360 Smiles
02.2018 - 10.2021
Office Manager
Ideal Dental Care
10.2015 - 01.2017
Lead Dental Assistant
Ideal Dental Southlake
06.2014 - 10.2015
Dental Assistant
Keller Family Dental
01.2014 - 06.2014
Treatment Coordinator
Coppell Smiles
10.2011 - 09.2013
RDA Certification - Dental Assisting
ATI Career Training Center
High School Diploma -
Keller