Friendly Dental Assistant with 1 years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.
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Sandra Quezada
Dallas,TX
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Central PerioDallas, TX
Surgical Dental Assistant
11.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Greeted patients warmly upon arrival at office.
- Set up instruments and equipment for surgical procedures according to established protocols.
- Assisted the dentist in preparing and providing surgical dental treatments, such as extractions, implants, and periodontal surgery.
- Provided post-operative instructions to patients regarding care of oral tissues and wound healing.
- Maintained sterilization techniques to ensure a safe environment for both staff and patients.
- Monitored vital signs during treatment to ensure patient safety.
- Administered nitrous oxide sedation to help relieve anxiety during treatment.
- Followed infection control protocol when handling contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines.
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of supplies needed for surgery.
Lakepointe ChurchDallas, TX
Substitute Teacher
09.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
Multiple
Business Owner - E-Commerce
01.2011 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Managed multiple E-commerce platforms, creating effective product placement listings, uploading product information to ensure maximum visibility and drive sales
- Developed a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to increase online sales.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the e-commerce platform, including product management, website content updates and customer service.
- Monitored competitors' websites and pricing structures to ensure competitive positioning within marketplaces.
- Researched different vendors for product purchasing opportunities and price comparisons.
Education
Aspire Dental Assisting SchoolDallas, TX
RDA License
11.2022
University Overview
Dallas College
Some College (No Degree)
University Overview
University of Texas At Brownsville
Some College (No Degree)
University Overview
Faculty of Dentistry, UANL
Some College (No Degree)
University Overview
Colegio De La Salle High School
Diploma
University Overview
Skills
- Bilingual, English/Spanish
- Four-Handed Dentistry
- Room Set-up and Clean-up
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Education
- Medical Terminology in Dental Assisting
- Impressions Taking
- Infection Control Proficiency
- Dental Radiology
- Fabrication of Temporary Crowns
- Assisting with Restorative Dentistry
- Bleaching Tray Fabrication
- Sterilization Techniques and Procedures
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Experience
- Alex Sanger Elementary, PTA Hospitality Chair, LPAC, PAC DLLT Committee Volunteer, 11/2016, Present
- City of Brownsville, TX, Covid-19 Food Distribution Volunteer, 11/2020, 11/2021
- Volunteer Pre-K, Substitute Teacher, 2019
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Surgical Dental Assistant
Central Perio
11.2022 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Lakepointe Church
09.2019 - 03.2020
Business Owner - E-Commerce
Multiple
01.2011 - 01.2022
Aspire Dental Assisting School
RDA License
Dallas College
Some College (No Degree)
University of Texas At Brownsville
Some College (No Degree)
Faculty of Dentistry, UANL
Some College (No Degree)
Colegio De La Salle High School
Diploma
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