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Katherine Padilla Medina

Saint Cloud,FL

Summary

Dedicated and experienced Dental Assistant with 3 years of experience in providing patient care and adhering to procedures. Possess strong knowledge of dental instruments, supplies and equipment. Proven track record of successfully rinsing and suctioning patients` mouths during procedures.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Walmart Health
01.2024 - Current
  • Set up instruments, supplies and equipment as directed by dentist.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.

Dental Assistant

Osceola Community Health
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.

Dental Assistant

Bright Now Dental
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient`s treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.

Education

No Degree - Dental Assistant EFDA

Greater Orlando Dental Assisting School
Orlando, FL
05.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Professional Health Academy
Kissimmee, United States
05.2011

Dental Assistant & Hygienist School

National College
Bayamon, P.R
05.2002

Skills

  • Autoclave Operation
  • Bilingual English/Spanish
  • Treatment Planning
  • Patient intake procedures
  • Implantology and PRF
  • Impressions/Pouring/trimming models
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Cross-Training Capabilities

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Walmart Health
01.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

Osceola Community Health
06.2023 - 01.2024

Dental Assistant

Bright Now Dental
07.2021 - 06.2023

No Degree - Dental Assistant EFDA

Greater Orlando Dental Assisting School

Certified Nursing Assistant

Professional Health Academy

Dental Assistant & Hygienist School

National College

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