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Jacquelyn Aquino

Cedarhurst

Summary

Skilled Surgical Dental Assistant with solid experience in providing critical support to oral surgeons during dental surgical procedures. Strengths include knowledge of surgical protocols, patient care, and sterilization techniques. Demonstrated ability in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness for operating rooms and instruments. Notable impact made in previous roles through enhancing patient comfort and optimizing surgery workflow efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Dental Assistant

Nuvia Dental
Westbury
07.2024 - Current
  • Prepared patient for surgery by taking medical history, recording vital signs, and administering local anesthetic.
  • Ensured that all instruments were properly cleaned before sterilization process was initiated.
  • Organized charts accurately with all necessary information prior to patient visits.
  • Set up instruments and equipment for surgical procedures according to established protocols.
  • Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques before or after surgeries.
  • Assisted the dentist in preparing and providing surgical dental treatments, such as root canals, extractions, implants, and periodontal surgery.
  • Administered nitrous oxide sedation to help relieve anxiety during treatment.
  • Followed infection control protocol when handling contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines.

Dental Assistant

Advanced Implant Dentistry
Cedarhurst
05.2021 - 06.2023
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.

Cleaner

JFK International Airport
New York
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Disinfected doorknobs, light switches, telephones, computers, desks and other high-touch surfaces.
  • Mixed chemicals for use in cleaning processes according to safety instructions provided by manufacturer labels.
  • Checked stock levels of all cleaning products regularly to ensure adequate supply is available.
  • Transported trash bags to designated disposal areas.
  • Replaced air filters on heating and ventilation systems.

Home Attendant

All Metro Health care agency
Lynbrook
11.2017 - 07.2018
  • Developed individualized care plans tailored to each client's needs.
  • Ensured that client's living space was clean and safe at all times.
  • Encouraged independence among elderly clients while providing supervision when necessary.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations with appropriate action.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided including progress notes and medication logs.

Teacher's Assistant

Kids Campus International School
Lynbrook
07.2016 - 03.2017
  • Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
  • Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Conducted literature and resource research to support classroom projects.
  • Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum standards.
  • Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.

Teacher's Assistant

Fiven Towns Early Learning Center
Inwood
03.2016 - 07.2016
  • Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
  • Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Conducted literature and resource research to support classroom projects.
  • Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
  • Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.

Cashier

Kosher Word
Far Rockaway
07.2014 - 06.2015
  • Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
  • Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.

Education

RDA -

The New York School
Queens, NY
06-2021

High School Diploma -

Lawrence High School
Cedarhurst, NY
07-2016

Skills

  • Patient preparation
  • Surgical assistance
  • Infection control
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Nitrous oxide administration
  • Chart organization
  • Dental education
  • Laboratory procedures
  • Supply ordering
  • Customer service
  • Record keeping
  • Attention to detail
  • Emergency response
  • Team collaboration
  • Dental impressions
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Postoperative care
  • Suture removal
  • Surgical assisting
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Bone grafting support
  • Surgery pack prep
  • Patient care
  • Radiographic imaging
  • Surgical room setup
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Dental procedure preparation
  • Implant placement assistance
  • Dental instrument sterilization
  • Surgical documentation
  • Preoperative preparation

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Surgical Dental Assistant

Nuvia Dental
07.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

Advanced Implant Dentistry
05.2021 - 06.2023

Cleaner

JFK International Airport
01.2019 - 12.2019

Home Attendant

All Metro Health care agency
11.2017 - 07.2018

Teacher's Assistant

Kids Campus International School
07.2016 - 03.2017

Teacher's Assistant

Fiven Towns Early Learning Center
03.2016 - 07.2016

Cashier

Kosher Word
07.2014 - 06.2015

RDA -

The New York School

High School Diploma -

Lawrence High School

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