Dedicated Dental Assistant with proven expertise in dental radiography and exceptional patient services, honed at Encino Dental Studio and Santo Tomas Dental Group. Excelled in equipment sterilization and oral hygiene education, enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Demonstrated strong team collaboration and professionalism, significantly improving treatment outcomes and office efficiency.
Work History
Dental Assistant
Encino Dental Studio
16055 Ventura Blvd #400, Encino CA 91436
02.2025 - 02.2025
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Excelled within fast-paced work environments under high-pressure situations without sacrificing quality care provided to patients during externship experience.
Supported office operations by scheduling appointments and managing phone lines effectively.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing top-notch dental care during externship.
Assisted dentists in various procedures, resulting in efficient and smooth appointments.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse patients of all ages during their visits.
Prepared treatment rooms for procedures, reducing turnaround time between appointments significantly.
Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with dentists, hygienists, and administrative staff throughout the externship period.
Provided exceptional customer service through empathetic listening skills while addressing patient concerns or fears about treatments effectively.