Karen Cu Naranjo
Nicole
San Diego,CA
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with 2 years experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Has done pediatric dentistry and some general dentistry. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting, and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Dental Assistant
Sweetwater And Chula Vista Pediatric Dentistry
07.2021 - Current
- Promoted ongoing professional development by attending industry conferences, seminars, workshops.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and friendly demeanor.
- Maintained clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA 09.2020 - 07.2021
Skills
Restorative procedures
Patient Services
Patient Education
Equipment Sterilization
Inventory Management
HIPAA Compliance Understanding
Electronic Charting
Patient intake procedures
Dental Radiography
Restorative procedures
Certification
Certified Dental Assistant
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Sweetwater And Chula Vista Pediatric Dentistry
07.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
09.2020 - 07.2021