Ana D Longoria
Dental Assistant, EFDA
Plant City,FL
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant, EFDA
Suncoast Community Health Centers
12.2018 - 01.2024
- 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.
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, restorations, extractions, dental prosthodontics, endo treatments, crowns, oral surgery, comprehensive, and fmx
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Front Office Coordinator
Suncoast Community Health Centers
06.2007 - 12.2018
- Enhanced patient experience by managing front office operations efficiently and professionally.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes for improved patient satisfaction and reduced wait times.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area to create a positive first impression for patients.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure seamless coordination of patient care and timely communication.
- Managed high call volumes effectively, addressing patient inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Conducted insurance verification tasks accurately, ensuring proper coverage and minimizing billing errors.
- Handled financial transactions responsibly, collecting copayments and processing payments with attention to detail.
- Monitored office supplies by checking inventory and placing orders.
- Enhanced office efficiency by maintaining accurate medical records and updating patient information.
Education
Dental Assistant, EFDA - Dental Assisting
Suncoast Career Academy
Brandon, FL12.2018
High School Diploma -
Durant High School
Plant City, FL05.2004
Skills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Patient Counseling
- Procedure Support
- Patient Services
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Dental terminology knowledge
- Proficient in EcW, Microsoft word, Power Point
- Dental Radiography
- Prophylaxis Adult and Pediatrics
Certification
Dental Assistant, EFDA
CPR Certified
Nitrous Certified
Language
Bilingual in English and Spanish
References
Maria Rodriguez
Surgical Tech, Dental Assistant, EFDA
(813) 764-4519
M_rdgz1@yahoo.com
Ana Figueroa
Certified Registered Hygienist
(954) 937-7121
Afigueroa@suncoast-chc.org
Dr. Anna Simeoni
Dentist
(727) 251-9228
anna.simeoni@suncoast-chc.org
Timeline
Dental Assistant, EFDA
Suncoast Community Health Centers
12.2018 - 01.2024
Front Office Coordinator
Suncoast Community Health Centers
06.2007 - 12.2018
Dental Assistant, EFDA - Dental Assisting
Suncoast Career Academy
High School Diploma -
Durant High School