Crescenda Gardner
Burtonsville,MD
Summary
Adept Surgical/Dental Technician with a proven track record at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, showcasing expertise in dental impression and patient management. Excelled in providing top-notch surgical assistance and infection control, significantly enhancing patient care. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-stakes environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical/Dental Technician
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Bethesda, MD
01.2010 - Current
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Collaborated with other members of healthcare team in order to provide quality care for patients undergoing surgery.
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
- Gave patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Assisted with intraoral photography during examinations or surgeries.
- Monitored vital signs during treatment to ensure patient safety.
- Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
- Ensured that all instruments were properly cleaned before sterilization process was initiated.
- Administered nitrous oxide sedation to help relieve anxiety during treatment.
- Assisted dentist with completing procedures.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Provided post-operative instructions to patients regarding care of oral tissues and wound healing.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Performed routine laboratory tasks including impressions, x-rays, and charting of teeth.
- Assisted the dentist in preparing and providing surgical dental treatments, such as root canals, extractions, implants, and periodontal surgery.
Plastic Surgeon Assistant
Dr. Reza Shasteh
Bethesda, MD
08.2005 - 01.2010
- Recorded information according to insurance company requirements to maximize insurance coverage and reduce patient costs.
- Assessed operating room for sterility before beginning procedures by evaluating overall room cleanliness, instruments and equipment.
- Educated family members about postoperative care requirements for recovering from plastic surgery procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent bedside manner to help patients feel at ease during surgeries.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during surgery to ensure their safety.
- Provided emotional support and guidance throughout the entire process of undergoing a plastic surgery procedure.
Education
Medix School
Silver Spring, MDSkills
- Dental impression
- X-ray exposure
- Digital dentistry
- Dental laboratory techniques
- Patient assessment
- Patient management
- Surgical assistance
- Infection control
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Timeline
Surgical/Dental Technician
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
01.2010 - Current
Plastic Surgeon Assistant
Dr. Reza Shasteh
08.2005 - 01.2010
Medix School