Jennifer Carranza
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Experienced and knowledgeable dental professional seeking an administrative position as a Director of Hygiene with Touro College of Dental Medicine.
Insightful professional in health education, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialized skills include curriculum development, student assessment techniques, and innovative instructional strategies. Excel in communication, leadership, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional educational experiences and outcomes.
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assisting Faculty
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, New Mexico
01.2016 - Current
- Utilized various instructional techniques such as lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, role playing exercises and hands-on practice to enhance student learning.
- Created lesson plans for each class session based on established learning objectives.
- Participated in faculty meetings regarding curriculum changes or updates.
- Attended professional development seminars related to teaching methods and pedagogy.
- Relayed feedback on clinical settings' effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals.
- Supervised laboratory activities related to patient care protocols and procedures.
- Assessed student performance through written and practical exams to ensure mastery of course content.
- Advised students on best practices for clinical work in a dental office setting.
- Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
- Managed daily operations by delivering laboratory instruction, curriculum implementation, student advisement and continuous improvement of industry best practices.
- Passed out syllabi and informed students of course standards and learning objectives.
- Instructed students in the use of modern dental equipment and materials, such as x-ray machines, drills, amalgams, impression material.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum for dental assisting students.
Clinical Dental Hygienist
Private Practice
Albuquerque/Santa Fe, NM
01.2016 - Current
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Educated patients about good nutrition for maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
Dental Hygiene Coordinator
C.D.A, Rusty Kirkland DDS
Santa Fe, NM
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing systems and processes related to hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with team members to develop solutions for identified problems.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Managed dental records and entered information into system, keeping important patient information on file.
Certified Dental Assistant
Lakind Dental Group
Santa Fe, NM
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums, and dental arches.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Provided patient care and chairside assistance during dental procedures.
- Assisted in laboratory work such as pouring models, trimming dies, making temporaries.
- Set up trays for specific dental procedures according to established protocols.
- Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at office and provided them with necessary information about their treatment plan.
- Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Education
MSDH - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
01.2023
EFDA - Restorative Dentistry
Santa Fe Community College
01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
01.2016
Associate of Arts -
Central New Mexico Community College
01.2013
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Warren Technical School
Lakewood, CO01.1997
Skills
- Dentistry
- Dental hygiene
- Expanded functions
- Dentrix
- Eaglesoft
- Leadership
- Communication
- Clinical assessments
- Transferrable skills
- Knowledge
- Judgement
- Oral health
- Motivational skills
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Curriculum following
- Grade reporting
- Radiography proficiency
- Public speaking
- Patient care techniques
- Dental assisting national board accredited
- Dental software usage
- Syllabus preparation
- Assessment design
- Instructional strategies
- Continuing education
- Special needs patients care
- Restorative dentistry proficiency
- Nanotechnology Research knowledge
- Quality assurance
- Decision-making
- Microsoft Word
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
Affiliations
- UNM Lobo Chapter, Class of 2016 Officer, Secretary SADHA / ADHA member
- UNM Alumni Association
- UNM/Center for High Technology and Materials lab, NanoBio Research Lead, 01/01/21, 01/01/23
Awards
- UNM Dental Hygiene, Irene Navarre 'Advancing the Profession' Graduate Award, 05/01/23
- UNM-HSC-CTSC 2022 Hackathon winner; NIH Research Pilot Grant, 01/01/22
- NMDHA Table Clinic Innovation Award, 'A Cure for Cavities', 01/01/16
- National Society of Leadership and Success - Sigma Alpha Pi Honor Society, 2015-2016
- American Dental Hygiene Association, Institutes of Health, Wilma Motley merit-based scholarship, 01/01/15
Timeline
Dental Assisting Faculty
Central New Mexico Community College
01.2016 - Current
Clinical Dental Hygienist
Private Practice
01.2016 - Current
Dental Hygiene Coordinator
C.D.A, Rusty Kirkland DDS
01.2012 - 01.2013
Certified Dental Assistant
Lakind Dental Group
01.2003 - 01.2008
MSDH - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
EFDA - Restorative Dentistry
Santa Fe Community College
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
Associate of Arts -
Central New Mexico Community College
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Warren Technical School