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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

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Dental Assistant

Dr. Jeffrey Pomerantz, Lexington Prosthodontists
09.2012 - Current
  • Reduced dentist''s workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
  • Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
  • Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
  • Increased patient retention by developing strong relationships and providing personalized care.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings and impressions.
  • Prepared treatment rooms efficiently, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines to ensure patient safety.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.

Certified Dental Assistant

Dr. Margarita Kaus, EZ Touch Dental
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, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings impressions.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Managed patient emergencies calmly and efficiently, coordinating with dental team members to provide appropriate care.

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

  • Dental Radiography
  • Impression Taking Expertise
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Patient Management
  • Itero and Cerec scans

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

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