Victoria Garcia
San Benito
Summary
Experienced Registered Dental Assistant and Dental Assistant Instructor with 7+ years in fast-paced, multi-provider dental practices. Proven leader skilled in team coordination, clinical training, workflow optimization, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for improving efficiency, maintaining zero patient wait times, and fostering strong team collaboration. Seeking a Lead Dental Assistant position to support operational excellence and mentor clinical staff.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant Instructor
South Texas Vocational Institute
Brownsville, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Lead classroom and clinical instruction for future dental assistants.
- Develop and deliver curriculum on infection control, sterilization, radiography, and chairside assisting.
- Ensure strict compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and safety protocols.
- Mentor students in clinical efficiency, professionalism, and patient communication.
- Evaluate performance and provide constructive coaching to prepare students for real-world practice.
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental
San Benito, TX
07.2018 - 11.2021
Dental Assistant
All Dental & Braces
Killeen, TX
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Supported multi-provider practices in high-volume settings (8–10+ patients daily).
- Maintained seamless patient flow and assisted in reducing wait times.
- Reviewed and prepared patient charts to ensure providers were fully prepared for procedures.
- Took diagnostic, limited, and recall X-rays.
- Delivered thorough post-operative and preventive care instructions to patients.
- Monitored inventory levels and submitted supply orders to prevent shortages.
- Assisted in training new team members on office procedures and clinical standards.
- Promoted team collaboration and a culture focused on patient satisfaction.
Los Fresnos Family Dentistry
Los Fresnos, TX
03.2020 - 07.2020
Cedar Hill Modern Dentistry
Cedar Hill, TX
11.2019 - 03.2020
Education
High School Diploma -
San Benito High School
San Benito, TX06.2017
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South Texas Vocational Institute
Brownsville, TX07.2018
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North Lake Community College
01.2019
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Texas State Technical College
Harlingen, TX05.2028
Skills
- Team Leadership & Staff Training
- Clinical Workflow Optimization
- Infection Control & OSHA/HIPAA Compliance
- Radiography & Patient Charting
- Inventory Control & Supply Management
- Patient Education & Case Presentation Support
- Schedule Coordination & Time Management
- Quality Assurance & Safety Standards
Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant License | 2018-07
- BLS, CPR & AED Certified / BLS Instructor Licensed | Expires 2028-12
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification | 2018-07
Timeline
Dental Assistant Instructor
South Texas Vocational Institute
05.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
All Dental & Braces
07.2020 - 04.2021
Los Fresnos Family Dentistry
03.2020 - 07.2020
Cedar Hill Modern Dentistry
11.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Rodeo Dental
07.2018 - 11.2021
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South Texas Vocational Institute
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North Lake Community College
High School Diploma -
San Benito High School
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Texas State Technical College
Professional Development
- Continuing education in:
- Orthodontic Assisting
- Endodontic Assisting
- Infection Control & Bloodborne Pathogens
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Safety & Sterilization Standards