Open To Work
Shonieka Hamilton
Riverside,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Motivated dental assistant proficient in sterilization techniques and patient education. Strong problem-solving abilities and customer service orientation, aimed at improving patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
No Experience
None Yet
Riverside, California
01.2025 - 12.2026
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Dental Assistant
UEI College Riverside
Riverside, CA
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-operative care.
- Collaborated with dental team to streamline workflow and improve patient experience.
- Conducted inventory management for dental supplies and equipment orders.
- Supported the training of new dental assistants in clinical procedures and protocols.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canyon Springs High School
Moreno Valley, CA06-1998
Skills
- Dental procedures
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient education
- Equipment sanitation
- X-ray imaging
- Customer service
Timeline
No Experience
None Yet
01.2025 - 12.2026
Dental Assistant
UEI College Riverside
07.2018 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Canyon Springs High School