Andrea Enid Lopez
Chula Vista, California
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. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Talented Dental Assistant with 2 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Escondido Family Dental Care
910 East Ohio Ave
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Aided in the development of staff training materials, fostering a cohesive team environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10 procedures daily.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Dental Receptionist
Americas Dental
Chula Vista
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Facilitated clear communication between dentists, dental assistants, and patients to ensure optimal care coordination.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
- Secured sign-in sheets, dental charts, and encounter forms to safeguard sensitive data and information.
- Assisted in optimizing dental practice operations by proactively identifying and resolving administrative issues or inefficiencies.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain an organized inventory system for dental supplies and office materials.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Science Education
UNUS UNIVERSIDAD
TIJUANA, MEXICO 06.2022
Skills
- Preliminary Impressions
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Personable Communication
- Patient data gathering
- Infection control proficiency
- Appointment Scheduling
- Knowledgeable in cerec scanning
- Knowledgeable in dentrix
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Patient Care Standards
- Orthodontic Procedure Support
- Sterilization techniques
- Restorative Dentistry Support
- Patient Care Coordination
- Teeth Cleaning Assistance
- Cross-Training Capabilities
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Escondido Family Dental Care
01.2023 - 12.2023
Dental Receptionist
Americas Dental
03.2022 - 12.2022
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Science Education
UNUS UNIVERSIDAD