Joel Cardoso
Mattawa,WA
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant with over four years of experience in patient care and team collaboration. Skilled in managing electronic health records, supporting chairside procedures, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and education, while maintaining high sanitation standards in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to support administrative tasks and foster positive relationships with patients and colleagues.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
CBHA
Mattawa, WA
01.2019 - Current
- Assisted dentists during examinations to enhance patient comfort and care.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Collaborated with dental hygienists to provide comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care, promoting better health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments, ensuring accurate tracking and seamless patient flow.
- Maintained infection control by thoroughly sanitizing all equipment before and after patient use. and cleaned treatment rooms while restocking supplies after each patient's treatment, maintaining a safe and organized environment for subsequent patients.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments for efficient dental procedures.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
Phlebotomist
CBHA
Mattawa, Washington
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Collected blood samples from patients following strict safety protocols.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis and testing procedures.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and standards during procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for sample tracking.
- Assisted in training new phlebotomists on best practices and techniques.
- Communicated effectively with patients to alleviate anxiety before procedures.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment needed for phlebotomy services.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WA06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07-2026
Skills
- Treatment preparation
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Data management
- Safety protocols
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient instruction
- Patient communication
- Team collaboration
- Dental emergency response
- Time management
- Strong writing and verbal skills
Timeline
Dental Assistant
CBHA
01.2019 - Current
Phlebotomist
CBHA
01.2018 - 01.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Spokane Falls Community College
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Grand Canyon University