Maria Bobadilla
San Jacinto
Summary
Proactive Registered Dental Assistant with extensive experience in patient education, chairside support, and dental office management. Skilled in dental hygiene instruction, treatment preparation, and patient records management, with strong knowledge of infection control and x-ray processing. Bringing a commitment to optimal patient care and efficient practice operations.
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.
Experienced with fast-paced service environments, delivering prompt and accurate order processing. Uses effective communication and multitasking skills to maintain customer satisfaction. Knowledge of cash handling and teamwork principles, ensuring smooth operations and positive customer experiences.
Professional retail worker with solid foundation in fast food service and cashier duties. Known for delivering quality customer interactions and maintaining orderly workspaces. Strong collaborator, adaptable to changing demands, and consistently reliable in both solo and team efforts. Skilled in cash handling, order processing, and inventory management, bringing positive attitude to every shift.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Tropic Dental Care
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Typed patient data into computer system using [Software] while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Clean patients teeth
- Did temporary crowns and bridges
- Sealants
Dental Assistant
Western Dental & Orthodontics
04.2017 - 07.2018
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Stower
Amazon
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Sorted over [Number] products onto shelves according to type, weight, and size.
- Utilized scanning equipment to quickly locate and identify items and stock locations.
- Complied with safety regulations and protocols to reduce risks and safeguard teams.
- Safely stacked items to maximize space within acceptable safety limits.
- Separated damaged items from functional ones before placing on shelves.
- Arranged merchandise according to company standards to maintain tidy and organized stockroom.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and collaboratively develop strategies for ongoing improvement in stowing processes.
Cashier/Server
Panda Express
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Server customers/ charged them
- Swept/ mopped the lobby
- Restocked utensils area
- Opened / Closed restaurant
Cashier
Jack in the Box
05.2012 - 02.2014
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Took drive thru order and the lobby.
- Cleaned restrooms
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Restocked
- Got drinks ready
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Moreno Valley College
Moreno Valley, CA06-2026
No Degree - Dental Assistant/ Registered Dental Assistant
Concorde Career College
San Bernardino, CA06-2017
High School Diploma -
Beaumont High School
Beaumont, CA06-2012
Skills
- Multitasking Competence
- Time Management Capabilities
- Oral hygiene education
- Dental Materials Knowledge
- Team Collaboration
- Infection control expertise
- Patient Records Management
- Impression taking accuracy
- Restorative procedures
- Patient Relations
- Appointment scheduling efficiency
- Oral Surgery
- Pediatric dentistry familiarity
- Insurance Billing
- Periodontics
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- X-Ray Processing
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Excellent Communication
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Taking and Preparing Orders
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Flexible Schedule
- Food Service
- Drive-Thru System Familiarity
- Food safety awareness
- Cash Handling
- Quality Control
- Kitchen Support
- Food handling safety
- Safe Food Handling
- Menu Memorization
- Supply Restocking
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Tropic Dental Care
07.2018 - 06.2019
Dental Assistant
Western Dental & Orthodontics
04.2017 - 07.2018
Stower
Amazon
06.2014 - 12.2016
Cashier/Server
Panda Express
12.2012 - 03.2014
Cashier
Jack in the Box
05.2012 - 02.2014
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Moreno Valley College
No Degree - Dental Assistant/ Registered Dental Assistant
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Beaumont High School
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