Joelle Montelongo
Rancho Palos Verdes
Summary
Certified Dental Assistant with over 245 hours of comprehensive training in chairside support, radiography, infection control, and patient communication. Eager to gain hands-on working experience in a dental office while pursuing admission to dental school. Committed to continuous learning and skill enhancement, seeking mentorship opportunities to further develop expertise in the field. Passionate about contributing to patient care and supporting dental professionals in delivering high-quality services.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assisting Preceptorship
Dr.Hudani Ocean Dental Center
15052 Springdale St, Suite E, Huntington Beach, CA
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Facilitated patient treatment by effectively supporting dentist during a range of dental cases.
- Assisted in laboratory tasks and supported the documentation of patient notes after each visit with doctor approval.
- Executed patient x-ray imaging to facilitate effective dental assessments and interventions.
Observation Hours
Dr. Palani Center For Dental Implants
Los Angeles, CA
06.2023 - 07.2023
- - Completed hours shadowing general dentistry and implant procedures.
- - Observed patient interactions, chairside assisting, and sterilization techniques.
- - Learned office flow and front desk responsibilities, including scheduling and charting.
Observation Hours
Dr. Groat Pediatric Dentistry
San Pedro
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Shadowed Doctor and dental assistant in preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Shadowed Doctor in educating patients and parents on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide parents with guidance on preventative measures for improving child oral hygiene.
- Shadowed Doctor in Improving patient comfort by providing educational materials and addressing their concerns regarding dental procedures.
- Shadowed dental assistant in Utilizing digital radiography equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
Education
Certified Dental Assistant -
California Dental Assistant Program
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA01-2026
B.A. - Psychology
University of Hawai‘i At Mānoa
11-2026
High School Diploma -
Palos Verdes High School
600 Cloyden Rd, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274Skills
- Chairside: Four-handed dentistry, instrument transfer, suctioning, mixing dental materials, alginate impressions
- Radiography: Digital X-rays, patient positioning, ALARA principle, radiation safety
- Infection Control: OSHA/BBP compliance, sterilization cycles, operatory turnover, PPE protocols
- Laboratory: Model trimming, polishing, impression pouring
- Administrative: Charting, scheduling, HIPAA compliance, patient communication
Certification
- CPR & First Aid (AHA) certificate
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP)
- HIPAA Training
- Dental Radiography Certificate
Timeline
Dental Assisting Preceptorship
Dr.Hudani Ocean Dental Center
11.2025 - 01.2026
Observation Hours
Dr. Palani Center For Dental Implants
06.2023 - 07.2023
Observation Hours
Dr. Groat Pediatric Dentistry
06.2023 - 07.2023
Certified Dental Assistant -
California Dental Assistant Program
B.A. - Psychology
University of Hawai‘i At Mānoa
High School Diploma -
Palos Verdes High School