Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Elma Sakka

Irvine,CA

Summary

Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Sales Associate

H&M Hennes & Mauritz
Irvine, CA
11.2023 - Current
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
  • Managed inventory levels on the sales floor, ensuring optimal stock availability.
  • Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products and services.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Enhanced operations and boosted productivity through employee training, coaching and assignments.
  • Trained and supervised staff members.

Dental Receptionist/Assistant

California Dental Group
Huntington Beach, CA
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Educated patients on proper oral health care instructions and preventive measures.
  • Took customer payments and billed insurance companies for remaining balance.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
  • Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.

California Dental Group

Dr. Mattar
Anaheim, CA
01.2021 - 07.2023
  • Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and setting up necessary supplies.
  • Managed patient records and scheduling to optimize office efficiency and workflow.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Monitored inventory levels of dental supplies and placed orders as needed.
  • Provided chairside support by anticipating needs during various dental procedures.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.

Education

Associate of Arts - Enligh Major

Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA
05-2026

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Patient education
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Treatment room setup
  • Patient schedule management
  • Medical records management
  • Professionalism and etiquette

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Retail Sales Associate

H&M Hennes & Mauritz
11.2023 - Current

Dental Receptionist/Assistant

California Dental Group
06.2021 - 08.2023

California Dental Group

Dr. Mattar
01.2021 - 07.2023

Associate of Arts - Enligh Major

Irvine Valley College