Jacqueline Cortez
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented Dental EDDA with 3.5 years of experience in the dental field, recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency. Proficient in dental radiography, chairside assisting, and impression-taking, contributing to streamlined operations and enhanced patient care. Strong communication and teamwork skills foster a positive environment during dental procedures. Aiming to leverage expertise in a dynamic dental practice to further improve patient experiences and operational effectiveness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Medix Staffing/PVCHC
Colorado Springs, CO
11.2022 - Current
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
DENTAL ASSISTANT
NORTH COUNTRY FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
WATERTOWN, NY
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted dentist for permanent restorations amalgam, composite restorations, extraction procedures, sealants, educating patients on post operative care
- Took digital bitewing, periapical, panoramic X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Maintained organization and cleanliness for the operatory room as well as preparation.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Education
Expanded Duty Dental Assistant
EDDA PLUS
Concord College03-2025
Dental Assistant And Office Administration
MEDCERTS
Livonia, MI05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
PURDUE GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
West Lafayette, IN06-2027
Skills
- Placing permanent Class I, II, III, IV, and V restorative composite procedures
- Sterilization techniques
- Dental procedure preparation
- Chairside assistance
- Electronic charting
- Appointment scheduling
- Endodontic procedure assistance
- Dental impressions
- Dentrix / Next Gen proficiency
- Prosthodontic treatment support
Certification
- CPR certified by American Heart Association
- Radiology certification, DANB - 2022
- Dental Assistant and Office Administration certification- 2021
- EDDA Certification- 2025
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Medix Staffing/PVCHC
11.2022 - Current
DENTAL ASSISTANT
NORTH COUNTRY FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
10.2021 - 10.2022
Expanded Duty Dental Assistant
EDDA PLUS
Dental Assistant And Office Administration
MEDCERTS
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
PURDUE GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
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