Overview
Work History
Education
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Volunteer Work
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Joseph Vigilance

Silver Spring,MD

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Technician

United States Navy, USN
Bethesda, MD
02.2024 - Current
  • Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions with multiple patients.
  • Monitored patient safety in all areas of the facility.
  • Educated family members on techniques to support a patient's recovery process.
  • Observed patients' behaviors during recreational activities and outings.
  • Engaged in regular communication with medical personnel regarding any changes in patient status or condition.
  • Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians on best practices when interacting with clients and patients.
  • Encouraged positive interactions between other Behavioral Health Technicians and clients and patients.
  • Enforced rules and regulations pertaining to client and patient care while maintaining a safe environment.

Dental Assistant

United States Navy, USN
Patuxent River, MD
09.2020 - 09.2023
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
  • Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.

Education

MBA - Supply Chain Management

American Public University System
Charles Town, WV
04-2025

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education

University of Guyana
Guyana
10-2010

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Client Transportation
  • Crisis handling
  • ADL support
  • Activity monitoring
  • Walking rounds

Volunteer Work

  • Volunteered with Patuxent Lamp Lighters Pathfinder Club
  • Volunteered with GMAC swimming club

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Behavioral Health Technician

United States Navy, USN
02.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

United States Navy, USN
09.2020 - 09.2023

MBA - Supply Chain Management

American Public University System

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education

University of Guyana
Joseph Vigilance