Sayra Torres
Portland,OR
Summary
Detail-oriented dental professional with 6+ years of clinical experience and 5 years of certification in esthetics. Strong focus on patient care, accuracy, and consistent service quality. Proven reliability in fast-paced practice environments.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Ondiem
Portland, Oregon
04.2026 - Current
- Supported dental office operations across hygiene assisting, sterile processing, and chairside assistance for doctor.
- Completed digital and film x-rays for doctor review.
- Recorded and updated electronic treatment charts for patient records.
- Ensured treatment rooms were tidy and organized to enhance patient experience.
- Assisted with scheduling follow-up treatment visits.
Dental Assistant
Belmont Family Denistry
Hood River, Oregon
12.2023 - 03.2026
- Assisted during oral surgery, implant, and endodontic procedures while supporting patient comfort and efficient workflow.
- Captured digital bitewings, FMX, and panos for doctor review.
- Completed 3D scans for bleach trays, night guards, crowns, and implant crowns.
- Sterilized dental instruments to help prevent infection during procedures.
- Maintained autoclave maintenance records and spore testing logs for compliance.
- Cleaned treatment rooms, sanitized equipment, and restocked supplies.
- Greeted patients at office arrival and guided patients to treatment room.
- Coordinated follow-up appointments with patients to ensure ongoing treatment continuity. for continuing patient treatment.
- Worked with dentists to improve clinical workflows and support stronger office efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Optician
Cascade Eye Center
The Dalles, Oregon
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Verified patient insurance coverage, ensuring accessibility of eyewear services.
- Explained lens options, frame styles, materials, coatings, and accessories to guide product selection.
- Shaped and heated metal or plastic frames for custom eyeglass fit, improving comfort and satisfaction.
- Processed customer payments to complete transactions efficiently.
- Followed up with patients to assess satisfaction with their new glasses and address any concerns.
Sterile Processing Technician
NW Orthodontics
Beaverton, Oregon
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Operated autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners to process instruments and dental trays.
- Assisted doctor in cutting bands and chains, facilitating efficient patient procedures.
- Set up and cleaned ortho stations to support patient care.
- Prepared and organized ortho treatment bags for new patients.
- Greeted and escorted patients to ensure timely seating and comfort.
Sterile Technician
Timber Dental
Portland, Oregon
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Sterilized instruments and organized wrapped cassettes for patient procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms for restorative and oral surgery procedures.
- Assisted doctor with patient care during appointments.
- Welcomed patients and prepared each person for treatment.
- Performed maintenance checks on autoclave and traps.
- Kept laundry area clean to support safe clinical environment.
- Coordinated dental and office supply orders to keep items available.
Wax Specialist
European wax center
Portland, Oregon
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Performed waxing services, including Brazilian, eyebrow, leg, and full-body treatment.
- Delivered full-body waxing with precision, comfort, and consistent service quality.
- Educated clients on aftercare steps, enhancing recovery and optimizing results.
- Recommended in-house products tailored to client needs, improving satisfaction and service outcomes.
- Sanitized tools and equipment between each use according to sanitation standards.
- Addressed guest concerns professionally, fostering trust and encouraging repeat visits.
- Resolved guest concerns professionally, preserving retention and reinforcing service confidence.
Sterile Technician
Schmidt Dental Center
Hood River, Oregon
10.2019 - 09.2021
- Sterilized and arranged instruments to support safe, efficient clinic operations.
- Prepared dental trays for procedures, keeping required instruments ready for patient care.
- Cleaned and set up treatment rooms for restorations, extractions, implants, and endodontic care, supported smooth procedure flow.
- Restocked treatment rooms with essential dental supplies to ensure readiness for patient care. with dental supplies to keep clinical areas prepared.
- Assisted hygienist with patient care support, charting existing conditions, and periodontal charting.
- Monitored infection control supplies and reordered materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hood River Valley
Hood River, OR06-2017
Esthetics -
Portland Beauty School
Portland, ORSkills
- X-ray certification
- Dental software proficiency
- Oral and implant surgery
- Charting (electronic and paper)
- Appointment scheduling
- Customer service
- Certified esthetician
- Speed waxing
- Quick learner
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Infection control
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Radiology
- Esthetics
- OSHA
- CPR
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Ondiem
04.2026 - Current
Dental Assistant
Belmont Family Denistry
12.2023 - 03.2026
Optician
Cascade Eye Center
05.2023 - 11.2023
Sterile Processing Technician
NW Orthodontics
11.2022 - 02.2023
Sterile Technician
Timber Dental
04.2022 - 11.2022
Wax Specialist
European wax center
12.2021 - 03.2022
Sterile Technician
Schmidt Dental Center
10.2019 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Hood River Valley
Esthetics -
Portland Beauty School