Samantha Arteaga Jimenez
Indio,CA
Summary
Compassionate Dental Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, dental procedure assistance, and infection control practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to ensure optimal patient comfort and support dentist's needs during procedures.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
LM Rojas Dental Corp
Indio, California
05.2024 - Current
- Administered radiographic imaging procedures.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Indio
05.2024 - Current
- Tailored orders to address customer allergies and gluten concerns.
- Inspected equipment regularly for proper functioning and sanitation standards,
- Stored food properly to prevent spoilage, cross-contamination and illnesses.
- Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
Dental Assistant
EJ Dental
Indio, USA
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Clean medical equipment
- Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use
- Record vital statistics or other health information
- Maintain medical records
- Operate medical equipment
- Interview patients to gather medical information
- Took dental radiographs
Dental Assistant
Milan Institute
Palm Desert, California
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Radiography
- Infection Control
- Instrument Sterilization
- Patient education and communication
- Maintain medical records
- Impressions
- Ability to manage dental supply inventory
- Observed and learned about different dental specialties and treatments.
Education
DA -
Milan Institute
Palm Desert, CA01.2024
High School Diploma -
Arvin High School
Arvin, CA01.2022
Skills
- CPR Certified
- Dental X-Rays
- Sterilization
- Dental Laboratory Procedures
- Panographic X-rays
- Cephalometric X-rays
- Coronal Polishing
- Pit and Fissure Sealants
- Infection Control Protocols
- Bilingual in English & Spanish
Timeline
Dental Assistant
LM Rojas Dental Corp
05.2024 - Current
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
05.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
EJ Dental
02.2024 - 04.2024
Dental Assistant
Milan Institute
08.2023 - 02.2024
DA -
Milan Institute
High School Diploma -
Arvin High School