Jose Francisco Ramirez Gaarn

With an average of approximately 40 patients per week, my duties are as follows:

• Achieved optimal aesthetic results by performing cosmetic dentistry procedures such as anterior restorations, crowns and veneer placement.
• Restoration of the posterior sector, handling of composite resins, amalgam, manufacture of temporary and definitive crowns in ceramic (CEREC CAD/CAM).
• Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
• Digital and conventional dental impressions used for diagnostics and study casts to make crowns, bridges, partials, dentures and other dental devices.
• Assisted in administering nitrous oxide.
• Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
• Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
• Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
• Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 8-10 procedures daily.
• Assisted in training new EDDA hires on office protocols, equipment usage, and best practices for chairside assistance.
• Continuously expanded knowledge of advancements in the dental field by participating in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and advancements in dentistry techniques.
• Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.

With an average of approximately 45 patients per week, my duties are as follows:

• Restoration of the anterior sector with high cosmetic skill, handling of composite resins, amalgam, making temporary crowns.
• Digital and conventional dental impressions used for diagnostics and study casts to make crowns, bridges, partials, dentures and other dental devices.
• Assisted in administering nitrous oxide.
• Excelled in taking high-quality digital x-rays while adhering to radiation safety guidelines to protect patients from unnecessary exposure risks.
• Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
• Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
• Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, perio, endo, and oral surgery procedures.
• Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10-12 procedures daily.
• Continuously expanded knowledge of advancements in the dental field by participating in continuing education.
• Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
• Streamlined inventory management processes by regularly monitoring supplies levels and placing timely orders when necessary.

• Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
• Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
• Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
• Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
• Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
• Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
• Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
• Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
• Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
• Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
• Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.

With an average of approximately 100 patients per week, these patients were seen at the university at the postgraduate level and privately. 60% of the cases were related to interceptive orthodontics, including presentation seminars once a month, my duties are as follows:

• Collaborated with Orthodontist professional to plan dental treatments. Management of interceptive orthodontics, planning of functional orthopedic treatments of the jaws, stimulation of maxillofacial development, and correction of malocclusions at an early age.
• Diagnose by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend the best treatment options,
• Caries risk assessment.
• Dental restorations, extractions, serial extractions, pulpotomies, pulpectomies, placement of stainless steel crowns, detection and treatment of oral and dental pathologies.
• Management of dental trauma, fabrication of custom mouthguards for sports.
• Implemented preventive measures such as sealants and fluoride treatments, decreasing the occurrence of tooth decay in young patients.
• Management of the patient under conscious sedation in the office and general anesthesia in the operating room.
• Pre and postnatal care, breastfeeding, baby clinic, treatment for patients with cleft lip and palate, and patients with special needs.
• Application of psychology in dentistry, techniques for adapting children to the dental office.
• Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
• Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
• Led team meetings focused on improving patient care standards, contributing to the overall success of the practice.
• Contributed to the development of office policies and procedures that prioritized patient safety, comfort, and overall satisfaction.

With an average of approximately 50 patients per week, my duties are as follows:

• Clinical and radiographic diagnosis to offer the best and most suitable treatment plan.
• Restorative and aesthetic dentistry treatments, periodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, prosthetics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Administered care in emergencies.
• Diagnosed and treated oral and dental pathologies, screening for jaw and tongue cancers.
• Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain the treatment plan.
• Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
• Defined and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
• Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay.