TRAN NGUYEN
SAN JOSE,CA
Summary
Dedicated dental assistant committed to delivering exceptional support to dentists and patients in a fast-paced clinical environment. Possesses a strong foundation in patient care, dental procedures, and administrative functions, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with dental teams and adapt to evolving clinic demands. Expertise in radiography, infection control, and patient education ensures a high standard of care and safety. A reliable professional focused on achieving optimal outcomes for patients while enhancing practice efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Amherst Dentistry - Ching Hsin Wong. DDS
Milpitas, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with the dental team to optimize procedure efficiency and patient comfort during treatments.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced instrument turnaround time, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Led initiatives to enhance patient experience through improved communication and follow-up procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and best practices, fostering a cohesive working environment.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Registered Dental Assistant
Fantastic Family Dental - Doris Lin. DDS
San Jose, CA
10.2021 - 02.2026
- Assisted in patient intake and preparation for dental procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow.
- Sterilized and organized dental instruments, adhering to safety and hygiene protocols.
- Educated patients on oral health care and post-treatment instructions to enhance compliance.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems for efficient access.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and best practices, fostering a cohesive working environment.
- Confidence to take impression (PVS and algernate)
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Associate Cashier
Orange Julius/ Dairy Queen
San Jose, CA
05.2016 - 10.2024
- Customer service and time management
Pediatric Clinical Internship
Bay Area Kids Dentist
07.2020 - 08.2020
Clinical Rotation as Chairside Assistant
UCSF School of Dentistry
San Francisco, CA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Clinical Rotation as Chairside Assistant in General Dentistry and Dental Specialties (Endodontics, Periodontics, Pedodontics, Oral Surgery, and Radiology)
Education
Associate of Science - Biochemistry
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CAAssociate of Science - Chemistry
San Jose City College
San Jose, CAAssociate of Science - Dental Assisting
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA08-2020
Skills
- Assisting procedures
- Patient schedule management
- Sterilization techniques
- Treatment room setup
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Taking X-rays
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix G4 software and Eagle soft
- Patient records gathering
- Patient confidentiality
Certification
- Radiology Safety License State of California 2020
- Coronal Polishing Certification Foothill College 2020
- Pit and Fissure Certification Foothill College 2020
- C.P.R/ B.L.S Certification American Heart Association 2019
- Registered Dental Assistant License 2023
Languages
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Amherst Dentistry - Ching Hsin Wong. DDS
05.2022 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Fantastic Family Dental - Doris Lin. DDS
10.2021 - 02.2026
Pediatric Clinical Internship
Bay Area Kids Dentist
07.2020 - 08.2020
Clinical Rotation as Chairside Assistant
UCSF School of Dentistry
01.2020 - 03.2020
Associate Cashier
Orange Julius/ Dairy Queen
05.2016 - 10.2024
Associate of Science - Biochemistry
Evergreen Valley College
Associate of Science - Chemistry
San Jose City College
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Foothill College