Dental Assistant (RDA) - BLS Certified, Externship Experience

Lashonda Jones, DA

(***) *** - **** *************@*****.*** Houston, TX 77026

Objective

Dental Assistant graduate with hands-on externship experience, BLS certification, and over

Recognized for professionalism, reliability, strong communication skills, and a positive chairside manner. I am seeking to contribute to a dental practice that values teamwork, efficiency, and compassionate patient care, while utilizing my clinical training and commitment to high standards.

Clinical Skills & Abilities

●Chairside Assistance (General & Orthodontic)

●Dentrix & Eagle Soft Dental Software Proficiency

●Four-Handed & Six-Handed Dentistry

●Infection Control & OSHA/HIPAA Compliance

●Room Set-Up & Breakdown

●Instrument Preparation & Sterilization (Autoclave)

●Digital & Traditional X-rays (Processing & Safety)

●Alginate & Dental Impressions; Model Trimming

●Coronal Polishing & Sealants

●Provisional Crown Placement

●Tooth Morphology & Dental Materials Knowledge

●Vital Signs Monitoring

●Patient Education & Oral Hygiene Instruction

●Dental Charting & Documentation

Minor Surgical Procedures Assistance

Education, Registries & Certifications

The College of Health Care Profession Online

Dental Assistant Certificate Graduated 03/2026

Texas State Board of Dental Examiners

Registered Dental Assistant Awarded 02/2026

American Heart Association

BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR, First Aid, and AED) Certifications Valid through 01/2028

Professional Experience

Dental Assistant Externship, Brident Dental – Houston, TX 10/2025 – Present

●Provide chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including preparation of instruments, materials, and treatment areas

●Support front office operations by assisting with insurance claims, payment processing, and patient inquiries

●Educate and reassure patients by clearly explaining procedures and post-treatment expectations

●Adhere to strict infection control and sterilization protocols to ensure patient and staff safety

●Maintain accurate electronic patient records and assist with appointment scheduling

●Proficient in Dentrix and Eaglesoft dental software

Pharmaceutical Sanitizing Technician, ABM Industries – Pearland, TX 04/2024 – Present

●Perform GMP-compliant cleaning and sanitation in pharmaceutical production areas at Lonza

●Sanitize clean rooms, corridors, and controlled environments according to strict safety and contamination protocols

●Maintain compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards

Project Team Associate – Store Remodeling, Walmart – Houston, TX 03/2022 – 02/2024

●Participated in large-scale remodeling of multiple Walmart stores across the Houston area

●Installed fixtures, shelving systems, steel structures, and store displays

●Reset store layouts, shelving, and planograms to improve merchandising and store efficiency

●Maintained organized workspaces and adhered to safety procedures

Care Provider, In Home Attendant Services – Houston, TX 01/2022 – 08/2023

●Assisted clients with daily living activities including meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and personal care

●Coordinated transportation and accompaniment to medical appointments

●Provided compassionate support to improve patient comfort and quality of life

Care Provider, United America Home Health Services Corp – Houston, TX 03/2014 – 06/2019

●Assisted patients with hygiene, mobility, meal preparation, and daily routines

●Monitored vital signs and medication usage, reporting concerns when necessary

●Scheduled and coordinated doctor visits, activities, and family communications

●Maintained clean and sanitized living environments to prevent infection

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