Sara Gabriela Cobian Perez
Oakland
Summary
Adept at electronic charting and fostering team collaboration, I significantly enhanced patient care at Onsite Dental. My expertise in restorative procedures and time management led to a notable increase in efficiency and patient satisfaction, showcasing my ability to merge technical skills with a patient-centered approach.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions
Onsite Dental
08.2020 - Current
- Utilized dental practice management software to schedule appointments and update patient records.
- Prepared and maintained dental instruments, keeping items sterile and ready for procedures.
- Maintained patient records, documenting treatments and updating medical histories.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry
- Acquiring final impressions/scans for final restoration, cord packing.
- Placement and adjustment of composite fillings.
- Whitening procedures.
- Invisaling records and placements of attachments according to clincheck.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
- Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Clinical Director
Unlimited Smiles
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Ordering dental supplies according to budget limits.
- Front office duties scheduling appointments.
- Assisting dentist in complex procedures for Implants same day restoration, Root Canal Treatments.
- Marketing.
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Big Smile Dental
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted dentists during various dental procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient comfort.
- Operated ultrasonic scalers to effectively remove plaque and tartar during dental cleanings.
- Performed dental impressions for creating accurate molds for crowns, bridges, and dentures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to promote long-term dental health.
- Coordinated team schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining a positive work-life balance for staff members.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Maintained strict sterilization protocols, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to positive outcomes under pressure.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Registered Dental Assistant
Mission Dental
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Maintained patient records, documenting treatments and updating medical histories.
- Prepared and maintained dental instruments, keeping items sterile and ready for procedures.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general and cosmetic dentistry.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Fabricated custom dental appliances such as mouthguards and whitening trays for improved patient experience.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments
- Fabrication of temporary restorations.
- Coronal polishing and fluoride placement.
- In office whitening.
- Intra oral and extra oral images for cosmetic cases.
- Impressions for partial denture, and for cosmetic cases.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
Dental Assistant
Hanhan Dental
11.2008 - 05.2013
- Used digital radiography software to capture and analyze dental images for diagnostics.
- Utilized intraoral cameras to document patient conditions for treatment planning.
- Operated sterilization equipment to maintain hygiene and compliance standards.
- Scheduling future appointments, presenting treatment plan, answering phone calls.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, and procedures for composite/amalgam fillings.
- Orthodontics and whitening knowledge.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures (Root Canal Therapy, Implants,Extractions)
- Prepared examination rooms by setting up instruments and materials.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Education
Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions -
Central California Dental Academy
2540 G Street, Bakersfield Ca.12-2022
Dental Assistant Certificate -
Colle of Alameda In Partnership With Unity Council
3050 East 16th Street, Oakland Ca09-2008
High School Diploma -
Fremont High School
4610 Foothill Blvd, Oakland Ca06-2007
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Electronic charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Patient care excellence
- Team collaboration
- Infection control proficiency
- Impression taking accuracy
- Restorative procedures
- Dental radiography
- Multitasking
- Patient scheduling
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pit and Fissure Sealants Certificate
- Coronal Polishing Certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions
Onsite Dental
08.2020 - Current
Clinical Director
Unlimited Smiles
04.2018 - 08.2020
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Big Smile Dental
01.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Dental Assistant
Mission Dental
06.2014 - 12.2016
Dental Assistant
Hanhan Dental
11.2008 - 05.2013
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pit and Fissure Sealants Certificate
- Coronal Polishing Certificate
Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions -
Central California Dental Academy
Dental Assistant Certificate -
Colle of Alameda In Partnership With Unity Council
High School Diploma -
Fremont High School
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