Thalia Patio
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Western Dental & Orthodontics
11.2020 - Current
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying temporary crowns.
Dental Assistant
Brisbain Pucan Dental Office
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing patients, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Hostess
J's Garden
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jesse Bethel High School
Vallejo06.2018
Skills
- Patient Intake Procedures
- Electronic Charting
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Schedule Management
- Infection Control Proficiency
- Temporary Restorations
- Coronal Polishing
- Taking X-Rays
- Dental Impressions
- Chair Side Assistance
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Western Dental & Orthodontics
11.2020 - Current
Dental Assistant
Brisbain Pucan Dental Office
08.2019 - 08.2020
Hostess
J's Garden
06.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Jesse Bethel High School
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