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Uriel Castro

Kingwood

Summary

Experienced Dental Office Manager with 10+ years in high-volume and patient-centered dental practices. Proven track record in office operations, insurance coordination, staff leadership, and elevated patient experience. Known for running organized, compliant, and profitable front offices while maintaining a luxury-level standard of care. Bilingual and highly effective at building trust with diverse patient populations and supporting provider productivity.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant / Medical Transla

Made Ya Smile Dental
Houston, TX
01.2023 - 12.2025
  • Support daily clinical and administrative operations in a fast-paced dental environment
  • Ensure accurate bilingual communication between providers, staff, and patients
  • Maintain compliant, organized patient records and documentation
  • Educate patients on treatment plans, financing options, and post-care expectations
  • Assist with optimizing patient flow and minimizing scheduling disruptions

Patient Relations Specialist/Lead Registered Dental Assistant

TUTH Dental
Katy, TX
11.2019 - 12.2022
  • Oversaw front-office operations including scheduling, insurance verification, and patient intake

• Acted as lead liaison for patient concerns, treatment coordination, and case follow-up

• Supported providers chairside while maintaining high clinical and service standards

• Trained and mentored staff on communication, efficiency, and patient-centered care

• Helped improve retention through consistent patient follow-up and service excellence

Registered Dental Assistant

Crown Dental
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 11.2019
  • Delivered chairside assistance for general and advanced dental procedures

• Managed patient scheduling, records, and confidential documentation

• Provided bilingual translation for treatment explanations, prescriptions, and post-op care

• Supported front desk operations during peak hours to ensure smooth office flow

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

American Public University
Charles Town, WV
05-2027

Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting

The College Of Healthcare Professions
Houston, TX
05-2014

Skills

  • Dental Office Operations
  • Revenue Cycle & Insurance Coordination
  • Patient Experience Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Scheduling Optimization

    Team Leadership & Training

Timeline

Dental Assistant / Medical Transla

Made Ya Smile Dental
01.2023 - 12.2025

Patient Relations Specialist/Lead Registered Dental Assistant

TUTH Dental
11.2019 - 12.2022

Registered Dental Assistant

Crown Dental
08.2015 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

American Public University

Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting

The College Of Healthcare Professions