RDH in the US and dentist in Brazil. Experienced professional with background in dental practice management. Worked 5 years as a dentist and manager of a dental clinic, with high organization skills. Trained as a Hygienist at Western Kentucky University and worked as a dental assistant. Quick learner, hard worker, friendly and loves to help.
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Fernanda Barcelos de Souza
Orlando,FL
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
Coast DentalPalm Bay, FL
Dental Assistant
08.2023 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Kept patients calm by talking to them and making them feel comfortable; Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery
- Assisted dentists and hygienists by handing appropriate tools and doing some remediable tasks
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Áurea Odontologia IntegradaVitória, Brazil
Dentist
12.2018 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Dentist and owner; Duties included conducting initial consultations for new patients, clinic management , and assisting in surgeries; Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures; Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work; Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management; Defined and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
Western Kentucky UniversityBowling Green, KY
Dental Hygiene Student
06.2014 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations and environments.
- Took classroom training into field through supervised patient care experiences.
Education
Universidade De São Paulo, USP
Specialty in Prosthodontics: Prosthodontics and Oral Maxillofacial Pain
02.2022
University Overview
Universidade Federal Do Espírito Santo
Bachelor's degree: Dentistry
12.2018
University Overview
Western Kentucky University
Dental Hygiene
07.2015
University Overview
Skills
- Digital X-ray experience
- Periodontics
- Knowledgeable in Eaglesoft
- Capable
- Attention to patient comfort and satisfaction
- Organized
- Infection Control Proficiency
- Energetic work
- Patient Communication
- Four-Handed Procedures
- Tooth Whitening
- Dental Impression Specialist
Certification
- Certified Basic Life Support, American Red Cross, 05/03/2023
- Certified Dental Hygiene Board, ADA, 04/2023
- Registered Dental Hygienist
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
References
References
References available upon request.Timeline
Dental Assistant
Coast Dental
08.2023 - 11.2023
Dentist
Áurea Odontologia Integrada
12.2018 - 06.2023
Dental Hygiene Student
Western Kentucky University
06.2014 - 08.2015
Universidade De São Paulo, USP
Specialty in Prosthodontics: Prosthodontics and Oral Maxillofacial Pain
Universidade Federal Do Espírito Santo
Bachelor's degree: Dentistry
Western Kentucky University
Dental Hygiene
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