Certified Dental Assistant with knowledge Skilled at chairside assisting, dental radiography and building relationships with patients. Well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and enthusiasm to bring strong work ethic to excellent dental practice. Compassionate professional with background in dental support services, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care coordination, dental procedure preparation, and infection control protocols. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring positive patient experiences and smooth clinic operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Growing Smiles Pediatric Dental Clinic
Lehigh Acres, Florida
09.2024 - 10.2025
Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
Home Health Aide
Wellnes Care
Lehigh Acres, FL
06.2023 - 09.2023
Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
Cared for disabled children or children with sick or disabled parents.
Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
Informatics Engineer
Marcos Marti Hospital
Matanzas, Cuba
12.2021 - 05.2022
Completed scheduled services and installations, preventive maintenance and calibration.
Recorded systems information and documented design specifications and installation instructions.
Configured system settings according to established standards and guidelines.
Managed the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network systems and hardware.
Verified stability, security and scalability of system architecture.
Provided exemplary helpdesk service and support to assist customers.
Education
Dental Assistant Certificate - Stomatology
South Florida Dental Assisting School
Hialeah, FL
11-2024
Home Health Aide Certificate - Home Health Aide
K&A Medical Training Center
Fort Myers, FL
06-2023
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University Informatic Sciences
Cuba
12-2021
Skills
Schedule management
Medication organization
Clinical documentation and reporting
Spiritual support and companionship
Community activities
Client safety and first aid
Infection control
Vital signs monitoring
Instrument preparation
Radiography safety
Exam room setups
Knowledgeable in [software]
Instrument selection
Appointment scheduling
Patient record maintenance
Dental terminology
Patient scheduling
Patient services
Pediatric dental care
Teeth cleaning assistance
Patient schedule management
Dental radiography
Sterilization techniques
Equipment sterilization
Impression taking skills
First aid training
Dental impressions
Dental staff assistance
Instrument sterilization techniques
Disinfecting rooms and equipment
Oral X-rays
OSHA regulations
Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Certification
Dental Assistant Certificate
Home Health Aide Certificate
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Growing Smiles Pediatric Dental Clinic
09.2024 - 10.2025
Home Health Aide
Wellnes Care
06.2023 - 09.2023
Informatics Engineer
Marcos Marti Hospital
12.2021 - 05.2022
Dental Assistant Certificate
Home Health Aide Certificate
Dental Assistant Certificate - Stomatology
South Florida Dental Assisting School
Home Health Aide Certificate - Home Health Aide
K&A Medical Training Center
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University Informatic Sciences
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