Colleen Joseph
Trincity
Summary
Dental practitioner known for meticulous attention to detail and collaborative approach to patient care. Excels in orchestrating multiple clinical tasks concurrently while ensuring precision in all procedures. Demonstrates adaptability in high-pressure situations, consistently maintaining composure and efficiency. Committed to fostering a positive work environment through reliable performance and readiness to embrace expanded roles. Combines newly acquired dental expertise with innate organizational prowess to enhance overall practice operations and patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Mt. Hope, School of Dentistry
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and supported clinical diagnosis
- Collaborated on treatment planning across diverse dental cases
- Performed and assisted with tooth extractions
- Assisted with root canal treatments
- Supported minor oral surgical procedures
- Managed postoperative care and patient follow-up
- Assisted in the management of medical and dental emergencies
- Treated dental caries, pulpal disease, and periodontal conditions
- Assisted with fixed and removable prosthetic procedures
- Managed care for edentulous and partially edentulous patients
- Responded to pediatric dental emergencies, including acute pulpitis and dental abscesses
- Assisted in the management of dental trauma cases
- Provided dental care to patients with special healthcare needs
Dental Assistant
Dental Care and Implant Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Sterilized and organized dental instruments to uphold strict infection control standards
- Prepared treatment rooms to ensure efficient patient flow and procedure readiness
- Assisted dentists during procedures, providing instruments and materials as needed
Store Manager
It’s A Deal Co.
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Managed daily financial transactions while maintaining strict cash control procedures to ensure accuracy, accountability, and security
- Oversaw inventory management by monitoring stock levels and coordinating timely replenishment to meet customer demand
- Ensured compliance with credit and return policies, efficiently processing returns, voids, and exchanges to support customer satisfaction and operational efficiency
Dental Assistant
Dr. Graeme Bertrand & Associates
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted in patient preparation for dental procedures, ensuring comfort and readiness
- Managed sterilization of instruments, adhering to safety and hygiene protocols
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations
Education
N1 - Pre-Science - Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry
University of the West Indies
St. Augustine07.2024
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) - Dentistry
University of the West Indies
St. Augustine07.2017
CAPE - undefined
Hillview College
Tunapuna07.2014
High School Diploma - CXC
Saint Augustine Girls High School
St. Augustine07.2012
Skills
- Clinical Skills
- Technical Skills
- Communication
- Manual Dexterity
- Time Management
- Instrument Preparation
- Business Writing
- Stress Management
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Continuous Learning
- Patient Management
- Dental Hygiene
- Dental X-Rays
- Four Handed Procedures
- Patient Care
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Equipment Preparation and Sterilization
- Restorative dentistry
- Oral Medicine
- Exam Room Prep
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Chairside Assistance
- Infection Control
Certification
- First Aid & CPR Training
- Lifeguard
Timeline
Intern
Mt. Hope, School of Dentistry
10.2024 - 11.2025
Dental Assistant
Dental Care and Implant Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Store Manager
It’s A Deal Co.
06.2019 - 06.2022
Dental Assistant
Dr. Graeme Bertrand & Associates
08.2018 - 12.2018
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) - Dentistry
University of the West Indies
CAPE - undefined
Hillview College
High School Diploma - CXC
Saint Augustine Girls High School
N1 - Pre-Science - Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry
University of the West Indies