Susana Gomez
Los Angeles
Summary
Diligent Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in dental assisting. Successfully supported dental procedures and ensured patient comfort, contributing to improved practice efficiency. Demonstrated competence in sterilization techniques and patient record management, consistently maintaining high standards of care.
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.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Culver City Unified School District
06.2017 - Current
- Monitor student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervise students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provide support group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Dental Assistant
Kaufman Dentistry
02.2015 - 05.2017
- 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.
Dental Assistant
Santa Monica Family Dentistry
04.2013 - 04.2014
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared dental rooms and materials.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with the dental team members.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Dental Assistant
William Wong D.D.S
08.2001 - 04.2010
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
Education
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assitant
Venice Skill Center
Venice, CA06-2001
High School Diploma -
Alexander Hamilton High Scool
Los Angeles, CA06-2000
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Digital X-ray proficiency
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- X-Ray Certification
- Dental Assistant Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Culver City Unified School District
06.2017 - Current
Dental Assistant
Kaufman Dentistry
02.2015 - 05.2017
Dental Assistant
Santa Monica Family Dentistry
04.2013 - 04.2014
Dental Assistant
William Wong D.D.S
08.2001 - 04.2010
- First Aid Certification
- X-Ray Certification
- Dental Assistant Certification
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assitant
Venice Skill Center
High School Diploma -
Alexander Hamilton High Scool
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