Tamar Hernandez Zapotl
Tarboro,USA
Summary
Bilingual Dental Assistant and Front Desk Professional with hands-on experience supporting both clinical and administrative operations in fast-paced dental offices. Known for adaptability, strong communication, and the ability to integrate quickly into new teams. Highly interested in traveling and multi-location support roles where flexibility, organization, and patient-centered care are essential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant/Front Desk Assistant
Affordable Dentures & Implants
Rocky Mount, NC
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted in preparation and sterilization of dental instruments for surgical procedures.
- Supported both clinical and front desk operations to ensure continuity of care during high-volume and short-staffed periods.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols and maintained a sterile environment.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices following procedures.
- Collaborated with dental team to schedule patient appointments and manage treatment plans.
- Maintained detailed records regarding treatment plans, progress notes, and consent forms to ensure continuity of care across visits.
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring smooth check-in and check-out processes.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Verified patient insurance information to ensure coverage for dental services; Communicated with insurance providers to resolve discrepancies in patient claims.
Financial Data Entry
TH Construction, LLC
01.2022 - Current
- - Tracked and categorized income and expenses using spreadsheets.
- - Maintained accurate financial records for tax preparation.
- - Organized and recorded all financial transactions with details.
- - Assisted in financial planning by analyzing expense trends.
Sales Associate
Walgreens
Wilson, NC
02.2024 - 07.2024
- - Handled cash register transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
- - Processed online pick-up orders and ensured timely fulfillment.
- - Stocked and organized inventory to maintain store presentation.
- - Provided excellent customer service and assisted with inquiries.
Key Holder Sales Associate
The Shoe Dept.
08.2022 - 08.2023
- - Supervised store operations and assisted in opening/closing procedures.
- - Managed cash handling and ensured accurate register counts.
- - Provided leadership and support to team members.
Education
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
NC Dental U
Greenville, NC12-2024
High School Diploma -
Tarboro High School
Tarboro, NC01.2022
Skills
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Dental Assisting
- Front Desk Operations
- Insurance Verification
- Microsoft (Income & Expense Tracking, Categorization)
- Scheduling & Organizing
- Scheduling & Multi-Provider Coordination
- Equipment Sterilization
- First aid training
- Data Entry & Record Keeping
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- NC Dental X-Ray Certification
- Infection Control Certification
- HIPAA Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant/Front Desk Assistant
Affordable Dentures & Implants
04.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Walgreens
02.2024 - 07.2024
Key Holder Sales Associate
The Shoe Dept.
08.2022 - 08.2023
Financial Data Entry
TH Construction, LLC
01.2022 - Current
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
NC Dental U
High School Diploma -
Tarboro High School