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Yamell Espinal

PATERSON,NJ

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Dental Assistant

Hackensack Dentist
05.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of dental procedures and addressing concerns.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by maintaining accurate records, scheduling appointments, and managing inventory.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices to maintain good oral health between visits.
  • Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy, and applying lead aprons.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Facilitated effective communication between dentists and non-English speaking patients using bilingual skills when needed.
  • Aided in the creation of custom dental appliances such as mouthguards or retainers by taking precise impressions of patients'' teeth.

Cashier

ShopRite
06.2020 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Warehouse Worker

Express Employment
03.2019 - 12.2019
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and organization systems.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
  • Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.

Education

Certified Dental Assistant -

American Institute
Clifton, NJ
01.2024

High School Diploma -

CEMAS
La Vega, Dominican Republic
08.2014

Skills

  • Patient Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Appointment Scheduling Proficiency
  • Restorative Procedures
  • Dental Radiography
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Electronic Charting
  • Infection Control Proficiency
  • Digital Dentistry Familiarity
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Knowledgeable in Dexis
  • Proficient in Dentrix
  • Bilingual English & Spanish

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant

Timeline

Certified Dental Assistant

Hackensack Dentist
05.2023 - Current

Cashier

ShopRite
06.2020 - 09.2023

Warehouse Worker

Express Employment
03.2019 - 12.2019

Certified Dental Assistant -

American Institute

High School Diploma -

CEMAS

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