Rhiannon Garza
Pikeville
Summary
Skilled and compassionate Registered Dental Assistant with experience in restorative dental procedures, dental radiology, sedation dentistry and more. Strong skills are as follows: patient care, assisting both hygienists and dentists, four and even six-handed dentistry, a quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Hayes Family Dentistry
Cookeville, TN
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparations and comfort during dental procedures.
- Supported dentists by managing chairside tasks and ensuring efficient workflows.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices.
- Documented patient treatment records accurately within practice management software.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
Receptionist
Jason Lewis Automotive
Sparta, TN
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed multi-line phone system, directing calls efficiently to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained organized front desk area, enhancing customer experience through a welcoming environment.
- Trained new reception staff on procedures, promoting consistent operational practices among team members.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Education
Dental Assiting
Cumberland Academy of Dental Assisting
Smyrna, TN03-2023
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Oral hygiene education
- Electronic charting
- Restorative dentistry
- Dental radiography
- Multitasking
- Oral health education
- Surgical setup
- Treatment planning
- Administrative knowledge
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
- Sealant Application
- Coronal Polishing
- Dental radiology
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Hayes Family Dentistry
06.2023 - Current
Receptionist
Jason Lewis Automotive
07.2021 - 05.2023
Dental Assiting
Cumberland Academy of Dental Assisting