Carlos Alberto Acosta
El Paso
Summary
Third-year dental student at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine with a strong interest in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Experienced in craniofacial research, surgical shadowing, and leadership roles. Bilingual in English and Spanish with long-term goals of serving underserved communities in the Rio Grande Valley.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Orfanos Dental
Edinburg, TX
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in procedures including cleanings, crown preparations, extractions, and veneers
- Maintained sterile field and instrument sterilization following infection-control protocols
- Supported front-office operations including scheduling and patient coordination
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) -
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
El Paso, TX06-2027
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA05-2021
Biology
Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg
Middletown, PA05.2019
Skills
- English – Fluent
- Spanish – Fluent
- Instrument sterilization
Languages
Technical / Clinical Skills
- Digital radiography
- Patient charting (Axium)
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Google Docs & Google Slides
Software
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
- HIPAA Compliance Training – TTUHSC School of Dental Medicine
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Orfanos Dental
08.2022 - 05.2023
Biology
Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) -
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Pennsylvania State University
Shadowing
Shadowing – High Desert Oral & Facial Surgery – El Paso, TX
May 2025
- Observed a broad range of oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures including third molar extractions, rhinoplasty, sinus lift surgeries, dental implant placement, and craniosynostosis correction
Shadowing- Dr. Carlos Alberto Acosta Pena- Reynosa, Mexico
May 2019
•Observed surgical operatory setup and preparation based on specific procedures.
•Shadowed procedures including third molar extractions, orbital fracture repair, orthognathic surgery, and dental implant placement.
•Assisted with cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing surgical instruments and materials following operating room protocols.
Leadership & Professional Activities
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Interest Group – Vice-President
El Paso, TX
June 2025 – Present
- Organized meetings for 95 members
- Coordinated volunteer events with local institutions
- Facilitated communication among members and faculty
Hispanic Student Dental Association (HSDA) – Treasurer
El Paso, TX
October 2025 – Present
- Managed budgets and tracked financial transactions
- Coordinated fundraising efforts
- Prepared financial reports for executive board meetings
Distinction in Dental Human Anatomy – Member
El Paso, TX
May 2025 – Present
- Selected for competitive advanced anatomy course
- Completed comprehensive cadaver dissection from head through abdomen
Athletics & Coaching
Pennsylvania State Harrisburg Men’s Soccer (NCAA D3) – Goalkeeper
Harrisburg, PA
August 2017 – May 2019
- Served as defensive leader and organized back line
- Demonstrated leadership, rapid decision-making, and situational awareness under pressure
The Oratory Athenaeum for University Preparation – Middle School Soccer Assistant Coach
Pharr, TX
April 2016 – June 2016
- Mentored students academically and athletically
- Promoted teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
- Coached fundamental soccer and goalkeeping skills