Mayra E Perez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Patient-focused Dental Assistant offering 15+ years of experience, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and collaborate effectively with dental teams. Known for attention to detail and excellent communication skills, fostering positive experience for patients and colleagues.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Wrigleyville Dental
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient management and appointment scheduling to enhance office efficiency.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments to maintain a safe environment.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices for improved health outcomes.
- Supported dental procedures by effectively handling tools and instruments during treatments.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Lead inventory assistant. Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing orders for supplies
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 20-25 procedures daily.
Dental Assistant
We Smile Dental
12.2009 - 08.2023
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices for improved health outcomes.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments to maintain a safe environment.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Lead inventory assistant. Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing orders for supplies
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 20-25 procedures daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carl Schurz High School
Chicago, ILDental Assistant Program
Everest College
Chicago08.2009
Skills
- Equipment sterilization
- Full mouth radiographs /CBCT scan
- Treatment room setup
- Dentrix proficient
- Knowledgeable in Open Dental software
- Inventory management
- Impression/scanning taking skills
- Cord packing
- Patient scheduling
- Coronal Polishing/Sealants certified
- Appointment scheduling
- Restorative procedures
- Dental PRF knowledgeable
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Wrigleyville Dental
08.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
We Smile Dental
12.2009 - 08.2023
Dental Assistant Program
Everest College
High School Diploma -
Carl Schurz High School
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