Positive and caring individual with solid foundation in dental health principles and patient care. Extensive knowledge of dental procedures and infection control protocols.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Washington Heights Dental
05.2017 - Current
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Dental Assistant
Citident Dental
01.2006 - 01.2015
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Dental Assistant
Cohen Gentle Dental
02.2005 - 02.2006
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Bronx, NY
Skills
Dental impressions
Dental radiography
Equipment sterilization
Treatment room setup
Sterilization techniques
Cross-training capabilities
Oral surgery assistance
Knowledgeable in Microsoft word, Excel
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Washington Heights Dental
05.2017 - Current
Dental Assistant
Citident Dental
01.2006 - 01.2015
Dental Assistant
Cohen Gentle Dental
02.2005 - 02.2006
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
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