Vanessa Gomez
Dallas,TX
Summary
Accomplished Head Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Monroe Dental Clinic, enhancing patient care through exceptional team collaboration and dental procedure expertise. Skilled in dental radiography and patient record management, I led a team to streamline operations, significantly improving efficiency. Certified in CPR/AED, my focus on infection control and patient education sets a high standard in dental health services. Detail-oriented dental assitant with experience providing direct patient care and office management in busy dental practices. Trained in sterilization procedures and patient relations. Highly skilled in dental radiography and patient charting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Dental Assistant
Monroe Dental Clinic
Dallas, TX
04.2010 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies to prevent shortages while staying within budget constraints.
- Streamlined communication between dentists, hygienists, and other staff members to optimize productivity within the practice.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on dental equipment ensuring optimal functionality during treatments.
- Trained new dental assistants in clinic protocols and procedures, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Led a team of 4 dental assistants and front desk staff, coordinating schedules and delegating tasks to optimize patient care."
Dental Assistant
South Texas Dental
Plano, TX
01.2008 - 03.2010
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Education
Registered Dental Assitant - Dental Assisting
ATI Career Training Center - Dallas
Dallas, TXHigh School Diploma -
North Dallas High School
Dallas, TX05.2006
Skills
- Patient record management
- Dental impressions
- Team Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Dental Radiography
- Infection control proficiency
- Oral hygiene education
- Office Administration
- Appointment Scheduling
- Dental procedure assistance
- Insurance Billing
- Oral Surgery
- Dental office administration
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Patient Care Coordination
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Dental terminology knowledge
- Multitasking
- Certified in CPR/AED
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Head Dental Assistant
Monroe Dental Clinic
04.2010 - Current
Dental Assistant
South Texas Dental
01.2008 - 03.2010
Registered Dental Assitant - Dental Assisting
ATI Career Training Center - Dallas
High School Diploma -
North Dallas High School