Gabrielle Rosario
St. Louis
Summary
Knowledgeable Dental Assistant with solid background in dental assisting and patient care. Demonstrated ability to support dental procedures effectively and ensure smooth patient experience. Proven skills in dental radiography and chairside assistance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Lenahan Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted dentists with various procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems for accuracy and efficiency.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices to promote preventive care.
- Collaborated with dental team to streamline workflow and enhance patient experiences.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols to uphold patient safety standards.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Lead Dental Assistant
St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition
- Assisted in the training of new dental assistants by providing guidance on protocols and processes
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue
- Assisted with the setup of treatment rooms and sterilization of instruments
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures
- Assisted dentist with completing procedures
Sterilization Technician
St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Examined equipment to detect leaks, worn, or loose parts or other indications of disrepair
- Maintained sterilization equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety
- Kept work area clean at all times following established safety protocols
- Reported any issues or malfunctions with equipment immediately to supervisors
- Managed hazardous waste according to hospital regulations and local laws
- Maintained detailed records of sterilization procedures, equipment maintenance and supplies
- Rotated stock to maintain uninterrupted supply support for assigned areas
- Assisted with teaching appropriate sterilization techniques to new hires and worked in float capacity for other staff members
- Operated sterilizers, aerators and washers to disinfect and sterilize respirators and hospital beds
Nanny
Care.com Inc
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development
- Managed logistics of children's daily life, including transportation to and from activities
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events
- Taught life skills, including personal hygiene and organization
- Observed children during snack time to prevent choking
- Organized educational games and materials to encourage learning in a fun way
- Kept detailed records of each child's progress including meals eaten, naps taken
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback
- Researched new places or activities that would be interesting and beneficial for the kids
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment
- Tutored children in multiple school subjects to boost educational performance
- Provided assistance with homework assignments when needed
- Adapted care and activities to meet the needs of children with special requirements
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of all family matters and information
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Lindbergh Schools
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Assisted with implementation of approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes
- Made and distributed nutritious snacks by preparing and dividing into portions
- Developed meaningful relationships with all students based on trust and respect
- Integrated technology into lesson plans
- Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children
Hostess
Red Lobster
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Coordinated dining room staff workflow to foster prompt and courteous service
- Informed patrons of establishment specials and promotions
- Spoke with patrons to make conversation, answer questions or to respond to complaints
- Maintained contact with kitchen and serving staff to properly handle dining details and address concerns
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs
- Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests
- Restocked condiments, silverware, napkins, tablecloths
- As needed
- Communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer feedback or complaints
- Checked restrooms to refill products and perform light cleaning duties, emptying trash, and restocking paper products
Cashier
Popeyes
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed
- Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system
- Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders
- Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors
- Trained new employees on job duties and safe operation of kitchen equipment
- Followed health department regulations regarding food storage temperatures and sanitation guidelines
- Restocked napkins, condiments and utensils at self-service areas during slow periods
Server
Orlando Gardens
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification
- Uphold high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations
- Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations
- Checked food before serving it to customers
Education
Associate of Arts -
Saint Louis Community College
05.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Mehlville High School
07.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
South Technical High School
07.2020
Registered Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
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Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Electronic charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Patient care excellence
- Team collaboration
- Infection control expertise
- Infection control proficiency
- Restorative procedures
- Restorative dentistry
- Dental radiography
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- Premier Course: Deep Sedation/ General Anesthesia Sedation Monitoring Course
- BLS (Basic Life Support) / CPR Certification
- Nitrous Monitoring Certification
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Lenahan Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
04.2025 - 09.2025
Lead Dental Assistant
St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry
03.2024 - 02.2025
Sterilization Technician
St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry
12.2023 - 03.2024
Nanny
Care.com Inc
10.2021 - 12.2023
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Lindbergh Schools
09.2020 - 09.2021
Hostess
Red Lobster
09.2019 - 09.2020
Cashier
Popeyes
04.2019 - 09.2019
Server
Orlando Gardens
05.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Mehlville High School
High School Diploma - undefined
South Technical High School
Associate of Arts -
Saint Louis Community College
Registered Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
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