Lissett Carrillo
San Ysidro
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with proven expertise at Family Health Center, excelling in dental radiography and infection control. Recognized for enhancing patient comfort and education, while effectively training new staff. Committed to maintaining a sterile environment and optimizing treatment room efficiency, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Family Health Center
823 Gateway Center Way, San Diego Ca 92102
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring necessary supplies were available.
- Supported dental procedures by handing instruments to the dentist and managing patient comfort.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and proper oral hygiene practices to enhance health outcomes.
- Monitored inventory levels of dental supplies, placing orders to ensure continuous availability for operations.
- Provided training and mentorship to new staff members on clinic protocols and best practices in patient care.
- 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.
Dishwasher
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego Ca 92101
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sorted, rinsed, and loaded dishes, utensils, and kitchenware efficiently for cleaning cycles.
- Maintained organized workstations to promote safe and efficient dishwashing practices.
- Assisted kitchen staff by delivering clean dishes promptly for meal service continuity.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Dental Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
780 Bay Blvd #101, Chula Vista CA 91910Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Infection control proficiency
- Oral hygiene education
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Family Health Center
01.2023 - 12.2025
Dishwasher
San Diego Zoo
02.2021 - 01.2022
Graduate Certificate - Dental Assistant
Pima Medical Institute