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Maria Rivas

Miami,USA

Summary

Dynamic Clinical Director at Garcia Orthodontics with a focus on orthodontic procedures and patient management. Achieved significant improvements in clinical operations and patient comfort through effective workflow strategies and team collaboration. Bilingual in English and Spanish, committed to maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and delivering exceptional patient care.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Director

Garcia Orthodontics
Miami, FL
02.2019 - Current
  • Provided orthodontic chairside assistance to enhance patient care and clinical efficiency.
  • Managed bonding and debanding of braces and appliances, ensuring accuracy and comfort.
  • Oversaw Invisalign workflow management to streamline patient treatment processes.
  • Conducted digital and alginate impressions for precise orthodontic assessments.
  • Performed radiographic imaging including Panorex, Ceph, and CBCT for diagnostic clarity.
  • Led clinical flow management and team leadership to optimize practice operations.
  • Administered nitrous oxide for patient comfort during procedures.
  • Assisted in surgical procedures involving maxillofacial interventions.

Dentist

Oral Rehabilitation Center
Maracaibo, Zulia
03.2013 - 08.2017
  • Diagnosed oral health issues and developed customized treatment plans for patients.
  • Conducted comprehensive dental examinations to evaluate overall patient health.
  • Performed restorative procedures, including root canals, fillings, and crowns.
  • Educated patients on effective oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinical environment.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Analyzed X-rays and diagnostic tests to inform treatment strategies.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information and rights to privacy.

Education

Course - Orthodontic Assistant

ORTHO Crew-Miami
Miami, FL
03-2019

Diploma - Endodontics

University of Carabobo
Valencia, VE
06.2014

Dentistry - Dentistry

University of Zulia
Venezuela
12.2012

Skills

  • Assisting patients chairside
  • Compliance with HIPAA regulations
  • Bilingual: English and Spanish proficiency
  • Organizational abilities
  • Knowledge of OSHA standards
  • Quality patient care delivery
  • Infection prevention measures
  • Sterilization methods expertise
  • Orthodontic procedure knowledge
  • Radiographic imaging skills
  • digital impression techniques
  • effective Invisalign management
  • guiding team leadership
  • effective patient coordination
  • effective communication skills
  • tackling problems efficiently
  • detail-oriented approach
  • efficient time management
  • guiding patient education initiatives
  • developing critical thinking skills
  • effective shift scheduling
  • guiding clinical leadership initiatives
  • developing staff capabilities
  • enforcing regulatory guidelines
  • effective meeting participation
  • driving clinical quality improvements

Certification

  • Registered Dental Hygienist
  • May 2025 to February 2026

Additional Information

  • SKILLS
  • Average level in English
  • Teamworker
  • Perfect Spanish
  • Flexible
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Self-motivation

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Clinical Director

Garcia Orthodontics
02.2019 - Current

Dentist

Oral Rehabilitation Center
03.2013 - 08.2017

Course - Orthodontic Assistant

ORTHO Crew-Miami

Diploma - Endodontics

University of Carabobo

Dentistry - Dentistry

University of Zulia

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