Zuleika Martinez
Walla Walla,WA
Summary
Patient-oriented dental assistant bringing several years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Yakima Farm Worker Clinic Dental
Walla Walla, WA
12.2017 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures by preparing patients for their dental procedures and maintaining sterile environments.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Sterilized dental Instruments.
- Interpreted Spanish and English for dentists and patients.
- Took impressions or scans on patients.
- Assisted with routine exams and cleanings.
- Assisted dentists while using Solea laser machine.
Dental Assistant
Wheatland Family Dentistry
Walla Walla, WA
04.2008 - 12.2017
- Assisted dentist in clinical procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper dental hygiene practices.
- Assisted dentist with procedures on patients under general anesthesia.
- Assisted with routine dental exams and cleanings.
- Sterilized dental instruments.
- Assisted front office with scheduling duties.
- Interpreted for doctor and patient when necessary.
Sales Representative / Assistant Manager
Sprint
Walla Walla, WA
05.2000 - 04.2008
- Helped customers choose phone and plans that met their needs.
- Helped customers understand their charges and phone bills.
- Kept store appearance up to quality standards.
- Did end of day deposits after balancing all the tills for the day.
- Opened and closed the retail store.
- Responsible for scheduling staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Touchet High School
Touchet, WASkills
- Patient care
- Pediatrics
- Radiographs
- Sterilization
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
References
- Tanner Dahl, DDS, Co-Worker, (602) 376-9178
- Samantha VanDyke, Supervisor (509) 947-2255
- Carmen Martinez, Co-Worker, (509) 301-7585
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Yakima Farm Worker Clinic Dental
12.2017 - Current
Dental Assistant
Wheatland Family Dentistry
04.2008 - 12.2017
Sales Representative / Assistant Manager
Sprint
05.2000 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
Touchet High School