Joycelyn Boakye Dwumfuor
Orangeburg,SC
Summary
Proven Dental Surgery Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient care and reducing procedure times at Ghana Health Service. Expert in endodontic procedures and infection control, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Achieved efficient management of dental materials, ensuring high-quality care through meticulous sterilization techniques and inventory control.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Surgery Assistant
Ghana Health Service
09.2017 - 06.2024
- Reduced procedure times with efficient management of dental materials inventory and timely restocking as needed.
- Prepared radiographs for diagnostic purposes, adhering to strict safety guidelines to protect both patients and staff members from radiation exposure risks.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of dental supplies, ensuring an uninterrupted flow of materials needed to provide high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with colleagues for optimal patient care, sharing best practices and expertise in dental assistance techniques.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, managing correspondence, and organizing essential records to improve overall office efficiency.
- Supported dentists in diagnosing oral health issues through accurate recording of clinical findings and observations.
- Enhanced team collaboration within the practice through proactive communication efforts among staff members resulting in increased productivity.
- Facilitated smooth communication between patients and dentists, acting as a reliable liaison throughout treatment processes.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently preparing dental instruments and materials for surgeries.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, addressing their concerns and building trust for improved outcomes.
- Contributed to a hygienic environment by performing thorough sterilization of dental equipment and treatment areas.
- Educated patients on proper dental hygiene practices, reducing the need for extensive treatments and improving overall oral health in the long term.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring a seamless workflow and enhanced patient experience.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations, including OSHA standards for workplace safety within the dental practice setting.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Consistently updated knowledge about new dental materials, techniques, or products by attending training sessions, seminars, and conferences to improve patient care.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, Type, casts and impressions.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Community Health Nurse
Ghana Health Service
06.2008 - 09.2013
- Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, contributing to the development of future healthcare professionals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in community health nursing.
- Managed immunization clinics, ensuring timely administration of vaccinations and reducing the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and patients'' families, facilitating communication and fostering trust.
- Utilized advanced communication techniques to foster rapport with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, contributing to a positive care experience for all involved parties.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective interventions for patients with complex health conditions.
- Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
- Provided therapeutic nursing interventions for individualized plan of care to patient.
- Developed culturally sensitive educational materials addressing unique health concerns within diverse communities served by the clinic or hospital setting.
- Conducted assessments of social determinants of health impacting patient wellbeing and factored these into holistic care approaches designed around each individual''s unique circumstances.
Education
Diploma - Dental Surgery Assistant
College of Health, Kintampo
Ghana06.2016
Certificate - Community Health Nursing
Fomena Community Health Nurses Training School
Ghana West Africa 03.2008
Skills
- Endodontic Procedures
- Patient Care
- Impression Taking
- Office Administration
- Sterilization techniques
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Wound Dressing
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Instrument Tray Preparation
- Infection control proficiency
- Infection Control
- Oral Hygiene
- Dental Assistant
Timeline
Dental Surgery Assistant
Ghana Health Service
09.2017 - 06.2024
Community Health Nurse
Ghana Health Service
06.2008 - 09.2013
Diploma - Dental Surgery Assistant
College of Health, Kintampo
Certificate - Community Health Nursing
Fomena Community Health Nurses Training School
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