YADIRA CHAVEZ

Highly motivated and compassionate dental assistant. Bilingual and native in Spanish and English. Looking for a dental assistant position where I may utilize my technical skills and continue to expand. Committed to providing exceptional patient and customer service. Well-rounded work experience from customer service restaurants to patient care in clinical settings.

Developed skills in clinical dental environment, including patient care, dental procedures, and office management. Demonstrated ability to maintain high level of organization and attention to detail, ensuring smooth operations and patient satisfaction. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging these skills to contribute effectively in dynamic setting.

Positive and caring individual with solid foundation in dental health principles and patient care. Extensive knowledge of dental procedures and infection control protocols, coupled with proficiency in dental radiography and patient scheduling. Committed to enhancing patient experience and contributing to smooth and efficient dental practice.

• Successfully assisted in a wide range of procedures including cleanings, x-rays, fillings, and extractions under the supervision of licensed dentists.
• Maintained a clean and sterile operatory environment, following OSHA and CDC guidelines consistently.
• Greeted and prepared an average of 10–15 patients daily, ensuring comfort and answering basic pre-treatment questions.
• Took accurate digital x-rays and intraoral photos, contributing to effective diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Demonstrated strong time management by reducing chair turnaround time through efficient setup and breakdown of treatment rooms.
• Built trust with patients by providing a calm and friendly chairside presence, especially with children and elderly patients.
• Helped maintain accurate patient records in Dentrix/Eaglesoft/Open Dental (customize depending on what system you’ve used).
• Participated in team meetings and trainings, eager to learn and grow in clinical and administrative knowledge.
• Cross-trained in basic front office duties, including checking in patients and confirming insurance eligibility.
• Recognized for reliability and punctuality, often asked to assist with same-day scheduling and emergency visits.

• Certified Dental Assistant
• BLS/CPR
• Coronal Polishing
• Pit and Fissure
• X-Ray