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JoAnn Tirado

Yonkers,NY

Summary

Reliable Dental Assistant with 19 years of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting with general and specialized procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, Scans and preparing materials for impressions or restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Dental Assistant

Dr. Jeffrey Pomerantz, Lexington Prosthodontists
353 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10016
09.2012 - Current
  • Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings and impressions.
  • Reduced dentist's workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
  • Streamlined treatment room preparation, ensuring strict sanitation adherence for patient safety.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Enhanced patient retention by cultivating strong relationships and delivering personalized care.
  • Fostered positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.

Certified Dental Assistant

Dr. Margarita Kaus, EZ Touch Dental
8223 153rd Avenue Howard Beach, NY 11414
05.2005 - 07.2012
  • Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, and mixing materials for filling impressions to ensure smooth workflow during procedures.
  • Supported dentists during procedures by preparing and assisting with dental fillings and crowns, contributing to timely patient care.
  • Managed patient emergencies by coordinating with dental team members to deliver prompt and appropriate care.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.

Education

Certificate For Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting

The New York School For Medical And Dental Assistants
Long Island City, NY
05-2005

GED -

John Adams High School
Ozone Park, NY
06-1997

Skills

  • Digital Radiography
  • Dental radiology
  • Itero digital scanning
  • Cerec technology
  • Impression taking
  • Temporary crown fabrication
  • Infection control
  • OSHA compliance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient management
  • Assisting in endodontics

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Certified Dental Assistant

Dr. Jeffrey Pomerantz, Lexington Prosthodontists
09.2012 - Current

Certified Dental Assistant

Dr. Margarita Kaus, EZ Touch Dental
05.2005 - 07.2012

Certificate For Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting

The New York School For Medical And Dental Assistants

GED -

John Adams High School