Assisted dentists in preparing patients for procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.
Assisted dentists in providing patient care by preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments.
Assisted dentists in clinical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficient workflow.
Assisted dentists in delivering patient care by preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring a seamless workflow.
Prepared and organized dental tools to support efficient patient care during procedures.
Facilitated efficient dental operations by organizing equipment, assisting during treatments, and ensuring patient comfort throughout appointments.
Dental office Receptionist and Translator
Brockton Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
07.2007 - 07.2020
Greeting patients as they arrive and answering the phones
Scheduling and cancelling patient appointments
Dental Charting and Treatment Planning
Completing and filing insurance forms and dental billing records
Translating dental services into proper billable codes
Managing office inventory and supplies
Communicating with dental supply vendors
Handling test results including x-rays
Office duties including document filing, scanning, and creation
Translate to all Portuguese/Cape Verdean/Spanish speaking patients
Dental Assistant
Brockton Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
07.2003 - 07.2020
Prepare patients for the oral examination, including making them comfortable in the exam chair
Organize and maintain lab equipment
Schedule appointments and follow up with patients
Properly take, develop, and mount all radiographs and x-rays, usually under the direction of the dentist
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and tray setups for dental procedures, including sterilization
Record medical and dental histories and the vital signs of patients
Provide aftercare, including drying patients' mouths and providing oral hygiene instructions
Administrative Assistant and Sales Associate
Delightful Designs
06.2012 - 10.2015
Company Overview: Employed in the small, family business of wedding decor and sales
Responsible for business contracts, financial/record-keeping details, payroll, employer/employee relations, public relations, sales, orders and the final product
Executed special events and trade shows, which contributed to the success of the company
Employed in the small, family business of wedding decor and sales
Education
Dental Assistant Program -
South Eastern Vocational Institute
06.2003
High School -
Taunton High School
Taunton
06.2001
Skills
Dental impressions
Dental radiography
Digital X-ray proficiency
Equipment sterilization
Treatment room setup
Sterilization techniques
Appointment scheduling
Certification
Red Cross Certifications - C.P.R., First Aid and AED, 01/01/03, Present