Accurately met patient and dentist needs by coordinating materials, cleaning teeth and applying sealing compounds. Well-organized and diligent about addressing individual requirements. Friendly, outgoing and professional in every interaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Orlando Orthodontist
08.2014 - Current
Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
Took x-rays, photographs and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Dental Coordinator
Central Florida Health Center Inc
07.2012 - Current
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Dental Assistant
Orange County Health Department
09.2006 - 09.2012
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
Dental Assistant
State Of Florida Department Of Corrections
09.2004 - 06.2006
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
Dental Receptionist
San Barnabas Hopsital
06.1999 - 09.2004
Scheduled, rescheduled, and cancelled appointments for dental patients.
Provided excellent customer service to create positive experiences and build patient trust.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
Education
Dental Higienist - Periodntal Disease
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY
Expanded Functions And Radiology
Americare School of Nursing
Fern Park Fl
2005
HIigh School Diploma - Science Education
William Howard Taft High School
The Bronx, NY
06.1996
Skills
Oral Hygiene Techniques
Denture Adjustment
Disinfection and Sterilization
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Orlando Orthodontist
08.2014 - Current
Dental Coordinator
Central Florida Health Center Inc
07.2012 - Current
Dental Assistant
Orange County Health Department
09.2006 - 09.2012
Dental Assistant
State Of Florida Department Of Corrections
09.2004 - 06.2006
Dental Receptionist
San Barnabas Hopsital
06.1999 - 09.2004
Dental Higienist - Periodntal Disease
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
Scheduling Coordinator/Tc Assistant at The Village Orthodontist/Gateway OrthodonticsScheduling Coordinator/Tc Assistant at The Village Orthodontist/Gateway Orthodontics