Jothsana Velaga
Jr. Dentist
Parsippany,NJ
Summary
Well experienced in corporate world, known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Junior Dentist
Chakrapani Dental Hospital
Guntur, India
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
- Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, silver amalgam, composite, casts and impressions.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Adhered to universal precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Maintained client satisfaction with quick and professional handling of medical merchandise.
- Developed strong rapport with patients/clients and created positive impression of business.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Dental Intern
Sibar Institute Of Dental Sciences
Guntur, India
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Maintained proper operation of dental equipment by completing regular preventive maintenance.
- Provided dental instruments for dentist by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment room.
- Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
- Exposed and developed radiographic studies and polished study casts.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by following prescribed protocols and procedures.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Removed old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Greeted patients/clients, helped locate different departments and suggested suitable options.
- Answered questions about treatment policies and addressed patient concerns.
- Listened to patient needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Prioritized helping patients over completing other routine tasks in clinic.
- Developed strong rapport with patient and created positive impression of treatments.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Dental Science
Sibar Institute of Dental Sciences
India 08.2011 - 04.2018
Skills
Patient counseling
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved client issues or complaints which led to accomplish long term client satisfaction goals.
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of best clinic hygiene and patient relation s.
- Achieved professional integrity through effectively helping with safe disposal, hygiene, and client billings .
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
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Timeline
Junior Dentist
Chakrapani Dental Hospital
06.2019 - 02.2020
Dental Intern
Sibar Institute Of Dental Sciences
04.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Dental Science
Sibar Institute of Dental Sciences
08.2011 - 04.2018
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