Cléra Wijewardene, DDS
Dental Consultant & Managing Dentist
Porter Ranch,CA
Summary
Patient-focused Managing Dentist/Dental Consultant with exemplary talents in communicating and collaborating with the clinical staff. Determined practitioner ensuring that all functions in the office are progressing smoothly and efficiently. Known for being a valued team player with a high level of service and dedication to patients.
Overview
6
6
Languages
8
8
years of post-secondary education
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Dentist
Western Dental Services Inc.
Orange, CA
06.1995 - Current
- Performed all facets of treatment not limited to Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Periodontics, Implantology, Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry
- Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Established policies and procedures for 20-member dental practice team, informed all employees of guidelines and supervised enforcement.
- Reviewed and evaluated nuances of insurance plans (Denti-Cal,DHMOs, capitation and indemnity plans)
- Consulting and liaising with onsite specialist for delivery of care
- Reviewed and responded to QA and QM issues arising in several member offices
- Provided evaluation and dental care for patients with grievances and treatment failures from other member offices
Education
General Practice Residency - Hospital Dentistry
University Of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA 06.1989 - 06.1990
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Dentistry
Georgetown University School Of Dentistry
Washington, DC 08.1985 - 05.1989
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
George Washington University
Washington, DC 09.1981 - 05.1985
Skills
Team Management
Conflict Resolution
QA/QM Implementation
Clinical team oversight
Infection control maintenance
Communication skills
Electronic records management
Staff mentoring
Additional Information
AWARDS
2019 Excellence in Leadership Award
2017 Clinical Excellence Award
2009 Excellence in OSHA compliance
2000 Excellence in Quality Assurance & Management
Timeline
Managing Dentist
Western Dental Services Inc.
06.1995 - Current
General Practice Residency - Hospital Dentistry
University Of California, San Francisco
06.1989 - 06.1990
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Dentistry
Georgetown University School Of Dentistry
08.1985 - 05.1989
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
George Washington University
09.1981 - 05.1985