Chelsey Polanco
Allen
Summary
Professional with strong background in oral surgery support, demonstrating reliability and adaptability. Known for effective team collaboration and consistent delivery of results in fast-paced environments. Skilled in patient care, surgical assistance, and sterilization procedures. Valued for excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, communication and patient-centered approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oral Surgery Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
02.2022 - Current
- Minimized complications during surgery by effectively monitoring anesthesia levels and vitals under the guidance of an Oral Surgeon.
- Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
- Assisted surgeon in over 1000 complex oral surgeries, including extractions, implant placements, and sinus lifts, by efficiently managing bodily fluids, maintaining airway patency, and providing precise instrumentation, demonstrating advanced proficiency in oral surgery protocols and sterile technique.
- Prepared surgical area by ensuring that all necessary dental instruments were sterilized and patients were ready.
- Promoted exceptional patient experiences from initial contact through post-operative followups.
- Calmed nervous patients by speaking softly, answering questions, and providing compassionate care.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through effective communication with team members and proactive problem-solving skills.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
Dental Assistant
Mallempalli Manimanjari DDS
08.2019 - 09.2020
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
Richardson, TX08-2027
Diploma - Dental Assistant
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA08-2019
Skills
- IV sedation monitoring
- Room set up and preparation
- Patient preparation and assistance
- Effective communication
- Sterilization techniques
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Post-surgical care
- Infection control
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- CPR/AED Certified
- ACLS Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Oral Surgery Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
02.2022 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
03.2021 - 01.2022
Dental Assistant
Mallempalli Manimanjari DDS
08.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
Diploma - Dental Assistant
Concorde Career College
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