Celeste Correa
Lake Elsinore,CA
Summary
Dedicated Oral Surgery Assistant with experience in assisting complex procedures and monitoring anesthesia levels. Known for strong patient support and enhancing surgical efficiency, ready to contribute to a high-performing dental team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Oral Surgery Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
Inland Valley Region
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted oral surgeons during procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort.
- Prepared surgical instruments and materials, maintaining sterile environments for optimal safety.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and treatment plans to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordination, optimizing workflow in the office.
- Developed proficiency in digital imaging systems for accurate diagnostics and treatment planning.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Grant Jong Oral Surgery
Corona, CA
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with dental staff to streamline processes and improve patient experiences.
- Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.
- Provided high-quality pre-surgical consultations, discussing potential risks, benefits, and alternatives with prospective patients.
- Optimized inventory management through timely ordering supplies based on usage trends while minimizing costs where possible.
- Improved patient comfort by providing oral and emotional support during surgical procedures.
- Assisted in complex procedures, demonstrating advanced knowledge of oral surgery techniques.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Lakeshore Oral Surgery
Murrieta, CA
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed patient scheduling and coordination, optimizing workflow in the clinic.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, ensuring readiness for daily surgeries and emergencies.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction initiatives.
- Minimized complications during surgery by effectively monitoring anesthesia levels under the guidance of an Oral Surgeon or Dental Anesthesiologist.
Education
Associate of Science -
Riverside City College
Riverside, CANo Degree - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
San Bernardino, CA01-2020
High School Diploma -
Elsinore High School
Wildomar, CA01-2012
Skills
- IV sedation monitoring
- Room set up and preparation
- Patient preparation and assistance
- Biopsy procedures
- X-rays
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Oral Surgery Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
08.2024 - Current
Oral Surgery Assistant
Grant Jong Oral Surgery
03.2024 - 08.2024
Oral Surgery Assistant
Lakeshore Oral Surgery
09.2021 - 03.2024
Associate of Science -
Riverside City College
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Elsinore High School