Talia Herrera Ruiz
Apopka
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Affordable Dentures & Implants, excelling in surgical assistance and patient care. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure patient comfort through effective communication and meticulous preparation. Skilled in treatment coordination, contributing to successful outcomes in complex procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Affordable Dentures & Implants
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient comfort.
- Prepared and maintained dental instruments, adhering to strict sterilization protocols.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices for optimal recovery.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated office communications to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Dental Assistant
Greenberg Dental and Orthodontics
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Assisted in periodontal procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Collaborated with dental professionals to ensure patient comfort and procedural efficiency.
- Assisted periodontists in achieving successful outcomes for patients with advanced periodontal disease through meticulous preparation and organization of surgical areas.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College
Orlando, FL05-2022
Dental Assistant -
Concorde Career College
Orlando, FL05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Surgical assistance
- Treatment coordination
- Scheduling efficiency
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Patient comfort strategies
- Communication skills
- Workflow optimization
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Motivated pre-dental student seeking to strengthen my scientific foundation through a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences. Bringing strong clinical experience in dentistry, excellent communication skills, and a dedication to patient care as I prepare for future dental school training.
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Affordable Dentures & Implants
08.2021 - Current
Dental Assistant
Greenberg Dental and Orthodontics
12.2018 - 08.2021
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College
Dental Assistant -
Concorde Career College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Central Florida