Samira Elizondo
Andrews,TX
Summary
Motivated RDA certified in N2O, Coronal Polishing, Anesthesiologist Assistant and highly experienced in working with patients to promote oral health. Respectful in communicating with patients and conscientious about educating on key dental topics. Monitoring inventory on a monthly basis for general anesthesia. Set up and break down of anesthesia rooms. Able to deliver pre and post of instructions to parents.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RDA, Anesthesiologist Assistant
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontist
2021.02 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Monitored and ordered supplies and materials to keep office well stocked.
- Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
- Worked diligently with 5 different anesthesiologists to provide the best care possible.
- Assisted for 6 specialties in Rodeo Dental.
RDA
Basin Pediatric Dentistry
2019.04 - 2021.02
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed IRM, VITREMER, RE-LAY and KETAC materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using Denticon.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth.
RDA
Familia Dental
2017.08 - 2019.04
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Gave patients detailed education before surgery to explain side effects and what medications could be used to treat pain.
- Took part in surgical procedures by assisting the oral surgeon in any way that was needed.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Education
Coronal Polishing
UT Health San Antonio
RDA
Midland School Of Dental Assisting
High School Diploma -
Andrews High School
Andrews, TXSkills
- Coronal Polishing
- Restorative dentistry
- Exam room setups
- Sterilization techniques
- Chairside assistance
- Endodontics
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric
- Oral Surgery
- Sedation
- Nitrous
- General Anesthesia Assistant
- Radiology
- Bilingual
- Great Communication Skills
- Fast learner
- Hard worker
- IV Application on patients
- Monitoring of EKGs
- Anesthesia Set Up
- Inventory Ordering
- Team Player
- Organized
Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant in State of Texas
- CPR certified by American Heart Association
- Certified Coronal Polisher
- Certified N2O
Timeline
RDA, Anesthesiologist Assistant
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontist
2021.02 - Current
RDA
Basin Pediatric Dentistry
2019.04 - 2021.02
RDA
Familia Dental
2017.08 - 2019.04
Coronal Polishing
UT Health San Antonio
RDA
Midland School Of Dental Assisting
High School Diploma -
Andrews High School
- Registered Dental Assistant in State of Texas
- CPR certified by American Heart Association
- Certified Coronal Polisher
- Certified N2O
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