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Alejandra Moncada

Houston,TX

Summary

Caring and hardworking dental assistant, knowledgeable about preparing instruments and assisting with diverse procedures. Effortlessly collects and documents patient information for smooth and effective treatments. Experienced with regular dental care and dental procedures.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Resident

Katy Periodontology and Oral Surgeon
06.2023 - 04.2024

Patient preparation-greeting patients,escorting them to their chair,and helping them to feel comfortable before treatment.


Surgical assistance-providing suction ,monitoring instruments and swapping tool during surgery.


Post -operative care - providing patients with instructions on how to care and heal after surgery .


Equipment - disinfecting ,sterilizing ,and storing equipment after use


Administrative tasks - preparing the surgeon's workstation and helping with general office administration


Place the order for the supplies needed in the back


Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Katy Gentle Dentist
05.2021 - 03.2023
  • Prepared instruments for dental procedures
  • Provided chair-side assistance during periodontal, preventive and operative dental procedures
  • Prepared and sterilized dental equipment before procedures
  • Monitored dental tools and supply inventory to report reordering needs
  • Prepared exam rooms and procedure trays prior to appointment times.(Exam, filling, crowns, extraction, root canal, Implant, Invisalign) made sure cases were ready, tracked them on lab case manager osha in charge of keeping stock of implants helping assistants to keep schedule on track.
  • Coordinated team schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining a positive work-life balance for staff members.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, easing anxieties through clear communication about their treatments.
  • Gathered detailed medical history from patients before beginning any treatment plan which contributed towards more effective treatments.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate dental assistance during various procedures.

Registered Dental Assistant

smile 32
09.2018 - 03.2020
  • Provided chair-side assistance during periodontal, preventive and operative dental procedures
  • Assisted with All on 4 dentures, removing all the teeth and placing Implants on the AOMay 2008 maxillary arch and mandibular arch
  • Assisted with restorative restoration fillings and crowns
  • Assisted with cosmetic restorations
  • Assisted with orthodontic procedures
  • Assisted with Invisalign.

Dental Assistant

royal dental
01.2016 - 04.2018
  • Provided chair-side assistance during periodontal, preventive and operative dental procedures
  • Transferred, retracted and prepared instruments for dental procedures
  • Informed patients of basic oral hygiene and plaque control methods
  • Readied appropriate number of trays for daily demand
  • Set up instruments, supplies and equipment as directed by dentist
  • Prepared and sterilized dental equipment before procedures
  • Regulated dental supplies and equipment usage to authorized personnel, maximizing safety and preventing waste
  • Observed health requirements during cleaning and sterilization to prevent germ spread
  • Supported nervous patients throughout dental visit.

Education

Registered Dental Assistant

Academy For Dental Assisting
Houston, TX
01.2017

High School Diploma -

Stratford High School
houston, texas
05.2008

Skills

  • Instrument preparation
  • Radiography safety
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Procedure support
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Patient services
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Inventory management
  • Manage schedules
  • X-ray patients
  • Prepare instruments
  • Assist dentist
  • Teamwork
  • Planning

Additional Information

proficient in Dentrix software , Open Dental software


Proficient with Itero scanning .


Proficient in Invisalign scanning and placing attachments .


Proficient in Whitening teeth .

Timeline

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Resident

Katy Periodontology and Oral Surgeon
06.2023 - 04.2024

Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Katy Gentle Dentist
05.2021 - 03.2023

Registered Dental Assistant

smile 32
09.2018 - 03.2020

Dental Assistant

royal dental
01.2016 - 04.2018

Registered Dental Assistant

Academy For Dental Assisting

High School Diploma -

Stratford High School
Alejandra Moncada