Catherine Sitz

• Patient Preparation: Preparing patients for oral surgical procedures by applying topical anesthetics and explaining the process.
• Operating Room Preparation: Sterilizing instruments, laying them out in an organized manner, and ensuring the operating room is ready for surgery.
• During Surgery: Assisting with suction, maintaining a clear operating field, and monitoring anesthesia levels.
• Documentation: Taking notes and documenting the procedure for the dentist.
• Patient Education: Providing patients with instructions on post-operative care.
• Administrative Tasks: Handling patient charts, x-rays, and other paperwork.
• Maintaining a Clean and Organized Workspace: Ensuring the office and surgical area are tidy and properly maintained.
• Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for multiple procedures daily.

• Sanitized equipment cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
• Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
• Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be
• Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments daily.

• 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.
• 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.

I will be in the Dental Hygiene Program Fall of 2026