Brooklyn Lizana
Saucier,MS
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Assistant with 2 years of experience building relationships with patients and providing proper care during procedures. Multi-skilled and always focused on providing good quality customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Coastal Pediatric Dentistry
Gulfport, MS
09.2021 - Current
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added necessary notes to chart.
- Maintained a clean and organized station.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines.
- Passed instruments to dentist, sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Stocked cabinets with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Took bitewing, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Documented patient records during procedures and reviewed notes prior to patients arrival.
- Greeted patients when arriving at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided assistance when reassurance was needed for the patients who were nervous.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental appointments.
Orthodontic Assistant
Smile Country Orthodontics
Gulfport, MS
09.2021 - Current
- Communicated with other medical professionals regarding patient care needs.
- Maintained sterilization of instruments according to OSHA standards.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances and elastics.
- Complied to HIPAA guidelines when handling confidential information about patients.
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Performed chairside duties including preparation of trays and passing instruments to the doctor during procedures.
- Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
- Educated patient on how to maintain good oral hygiene, how to control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information
Retail Sales Associate
Fazzio's Home & Farm Center
Gulfport, MS
04.2017 - 09.2021
- Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine customer's needs and wants.
- Cleaned and restocked shelves with latest merchandise.
- Followed company policies, rules and procedures to ensure company's satisfaction.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Harrison High School
Gulfport, MS06-2020
Skills
- Procedure Support
- Patient Education
- Oral X-Rays
- Instrument Preparation
- Chair-Side Support
- Strong Writing and Verbal Skills
- Restorative Procedures
- Sterilization Techniques
Certification
- BLS Certification: Issue date- 11/8/23 Renew date-11/25
- Radiology Permit: Issue date-11/4/22 renew date-10/31/24
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Coastal Pediatric Dentistry
09.2021 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
Smile Country Orthodontics
09.2021 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Fazzio's Home & Farm Center
04.2017 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
West Harrison High School
- BLS Certification: Issue date- 11/8/23 Renew date-11/25
- Radiology Permit: Issue date-11/4/22 renew date-10/31/24
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