Salome Atienza
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dental assistant with proven skills supporting orthodontic, restorative, and surgical care. Experienced in digital X-rays, treatment room preparation, and chairside procedure support. Demonstrated reliability through strong time management, collaboration, and attention to detail. Maintains infection control standards and supports patient understanding through effective education.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant II
HealthPoint, Tukwila
Tukwila, Washington
11.2025 - Current
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for the next patient.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Travelling Orthodontic Assistant
Pacific Northwest
Tacoma, Washington
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted orthodontist during brace adjustments and appliance fittings.
- Fitted patients with orthodontic separators, wires, and elastic ties during appointments.
- Captured digital X-rays and intraoral images for patient records.
- Prepared treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and clean supplies.
- Created and fitted custom dental appliances for patients, making adjustments to ensure comfort.
- Provided patient education regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
- Organized chart updates and entered treatment notes in records system.
- Prepared patients for dental radiographs and photographs.
Orthodontic Assistant
Rewards Dental
Lakewood, Washington
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Supported orthodontists with chairside procedures and patient preparation at Rewards Dental.
- Prepared treatment rooms with instruments, brackets, wires, and sterilized equipment for efficient patient care.
- Took impressions, fitted bands, and placed arch wires and ties to support orthodontic treatment.
- Attached wiring for braces and guided patients on effective brushing and flossing techniques.
- Educated patients on braces care, oral hygiene, and follow-up instructions.
- Conducted scans and took radiographs and photographs to assist with treatment planning.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
Education
Dental Medicine - Dentistry
Manila Central University
Metro Manila, Philippines04-1992
Bachelor of Arts And Science - Pre-dental Course
University of The East
Metro Manila, Philippines04-1988
Skills
- Chairside assistance
- Radiographic techniques
- Impression-taking
- Custom dental appliances
- Procedure support in Orthodontics, Endodontics, Restorative, Prosthodontics and Oral surgery assistance
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Supply organization
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Dental Assistant Registration -Credential number D1 61601214/ Exp - 05/01/2026
- BLS Certificate - American Heart Association / Exp - 05/2028
Timeline
Dental Assistant II
HealthPoint, Tukwila
11.2025 - Current
Travelling Orthodontic Assistant
Pacific Northwest
07.2025 - 10.2025
Orthodontic Assistant
Rewards Dental
10.2024 - 07.2025
Dental Medicine - Dentistry
Manila Central University
Bachelor of Arts And Science - Pre-dental Course
University of The East