Adrianna Tafoya
Peñasco,NM
Summary
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
DENTAL HYGIENE
DOÑA ANA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
LAS CRUCES , NM
08.2022 - Current
- 2 Years of experience and proficient in many areas of modern dental practices including: Digital radiography, intra-oral camera, soft tissue management, air powder and amalgam polishing, and application of prevention methods such as topical fluorides, sealants, Arestin and Cervitec
- Effective periodontal evaluation and treatment including: Periodontal charting, ultrasonic instrumentation, scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance and oral hygiene instruction with motivating dialog and patient involvement
- Basic Life Support, General Anesthesia Certification, Dental Hygiene License Pending
- Hygienist treating patients daily
- Skilled in: patient assessment, treatment planning and explanation, executing dental hygiene/periodontal treatment and scheduling follow-up appointments
- Evaluate clinical findings, medical history and previous dental records and integrate the information into a plan for excellent dental hygiene care
- Manage patient recalls; clean, disinfect, and arrange work surfaces
- Use electronic health recording system (Axium Ascend) for clinical activities and record oral conditions on dental and periodontal charts when applicable
- Prepare and sterilize equipment
- Trained in emergency situations, emergency protocols, first aid, and CPR.
Student Aide
New Mexico State University- Plant and Environmental Sciences Dept.
Las Cruces , NM
09.2020 - Current
- Conduct research on soil samples from pecan orchards around NM to determine a variety of soil chemical properties
- Performing standard soil measurements to determine percent saturation, pH, electrical conductivity, and percent moisture on a wide variety of soil samples
- Precise and accurate data recording using paper datasheets and Microsoft Excel
- Maintaining a sterile laboratory environment and keeping equipment clean to limit cross contamination
- Careful organization and time management
- Worked under direct and indirect supervision and clear communication with supervisors.
Jornada Basin LTER Soil Ecology Internship
New Mexico State University- PES Dept.
Las Cruces , NM
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with other students in fields & shared data gathered
- Collected soil samples from 0-2cm and 2-30cm depths
- Sieved out gravel and biomass from each soil sample collected
- Prepared petri dishes with soil samples & monitored activity of soil microorganisms
- Performed microscopy and counted cyanobacteria colonies
- Recorded data in lab notebook
- Inoculated cyanobacteria colonies
- Washed and Acid bathed test tubes
- Autoclaved test tubes
- All procedures were performed under sterile protocols (hoods, UV light, ethanol usage, autoclaved materials, etc.)
Acequia Inventory Crew Member
USDA FOrest Service- Carson National FOrest (Supervisors Office)
Taos , NM
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Worked for Forest Service to map 30 acequias around Taos County
- Provided important information to the Taos Soil and Water conservation department and became familiar with a variety of methods and instruments used in Forest Service research
- Worked with a team to map and survey areas in the Taos area- Monitored acequia conditions
- Navigated using handheld GPS units and GIS skills
- Accurately filled out government paperwork such as Historic Cultural Property Inventory forms
- Public speaking while presented data to both the public and Forest Service staff & Communicated with landowners to complete surveys
- Outdoor fieldwork for long hours during inclement weather while maintained awareness of dangerous terrain and surroundings.
Waitress
PIZZA HUT
Taos , NM
07.2019 - 07.2019
- Worked as server as well as taking on extra responsibilities on top of my designated position to keep things running smoothly and efficiently
- Interacting with customers in a professional and friendly manner
- Keeping mental track of multiple tasks at once
- Food preparing, cooking, and serving
- Managing inventory of restaurant goods
- Maintaining a sanitary and presentable environment
- Staying positive and calm in busy or stressful workplace scenarios
- Performed customer service by seating customers, answering phone orders, and managing salad bar.
Education
Associates in Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Doña Ana Community College
Las Cruces 05.2024
Associates in Science - Pre-Dental Hygiene
Doña Ana Community College
05.2022
Environmental Science -
New Mexico State University
05.2021
Northern New Mexico Community College
05.2020
Skills
- Dental Hygiene Skills: Digital radiography, intra-oral camera, soft tissue management, air powder and amalgam polishing, and application of prevention methods such as topical fluorides, sealants, Arestin and Cervitec Periodontal charting, ultrasonic instrumentation, scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance and oral hygiene instruction with motivating dialog and patient involvement
- Standard scientific protocols and instrumentation: Soil pastes extracts; soil pH; soil electric conductivity; soil sieving; water quality testing; calculating percent saturation; cleaning and sterilization of laboratory equipment, aseptic techniques, autoclave
- Field navigation techniques: Navigation using a GPS unit; Topo Map Reading; Avenza Maps
- Software and data entry: ArcGIS; Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Story Maps; HCPI Forms; fast and accurate typing, basic data management, beginning knowledge of R, Axium Ascend
- Interpersonal skills: Experienced mentor, confident in leadership positions and decision making, strong communicator, fast learner, optimistic, organized, excellent at time management, comfortable with public speaking, enjoy socializing and building relationships, disciplined/focused, patience with others, critical thinking, excels when working with a team
- Other skills, activities, and interests: Community service, volunteer work, and mentorship (Big Brother Big Sister Program); environmental ecology competitions such as Envirothon; hiking, fishing, travel, sports, trout raising, furniture making
References
- Dr. Nicole Pietrasiak, Professor at NMSU- Soil Microbiologist, (216) 470-6470
- Barbara Hunter, Lab Coordinator at NMSU- Environmental Sciences Dept., (575) 649 2094
Volunteer Experience
- Shadowing Dental Hygienists: Visited two different dental offices and was able to shadow one hygienist at each office for a full day. One was Gentle Care Dentistry and the other was Hillrise Dental in Las Cruces. Watched each patient receive blood pressure, x-rays, periodontal chartings, and oral cleanings.
- Shadowed a Periodontist: Shadowed a procedure of a patient becoming edentulous to then have and receive dentures. I was able to see the specialist demonstrate techniques in administering local anesthesia.
- Big Brother Big Sister: Mentored elementary students in teaching them how to excel in academic performance and assisting them through adversities.
- Blood Drive: Dedicated my time and donated blood to those in need.
- Helping those in my community: Dedicated a few days into collecting and raising money for members in my community who needed assistance in paying medical bills.
- Taos Soil and Water Conservation Camp: As a team member in Envirothon, was able to dedicate a week to the Taos Soil and Water Conservation camp for youth and educate them on knowledge I learned previous years as well as serve their needs.
Timeline
DENTAL HYGIENE
DOÑA ANA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
08.2022 - Current
Jornada Basin LTER Soil Ecology Internship
New Mexico State University- PES Dept.
06.2022 - 08.2022
Student Aide
New Mexico State University- Plant and Environmental Sciences Dept.
09.2020 - Current
Waitress
PIZZA HUT
07.2019 - 07.2019
Acequia Inventory Crew Member
USDA FOrest Service- Carson National FOrest (Supervisors Office)
06.2019 - 07.2019
Associates in Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Doña Ana Community College
Associates in Science - Pre-Dental Hygiene
Doña Ana Community College
Environmental Science -
New Mexico State University
Northern New Mexico Community College
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