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KATIE DEFAZIO

Staten Island,NY

Summary

Dental professional assistant experienced in maxillofacial surgery and patient management. Proficient in dental laboratory work and patient care, ensuring high standards of infection control. Recognized for strong teamwork and communication skills, enhancing patient care and regulatory compliance. Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.

Overview

12
years of professional experience

Work History

Dr. Harry Weisenfeld

Dental Assistant
08.2021 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Dental assistant for 3 doctors; dental hygiene assistant; NY dental radiography X-ray technician.
  • Experienced in maxillofacial surgery, oral surgery, extractions/sutures, endodontic therapy and cosmetic dentistry.
  • Knowledge of dental office laboratory requirements following protective COVID requirements; disinfecting to CDC standards for each dental office/operatory.

Oakwood Dental Arts

Dental Assistant
08.2020 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Dental assistant for 10+ doctors; dental hygiene assistant NY dental radiology X-ray technician.
  • Experience in maxillofacial surgery, extractions/sutures, endodontic therapy and cosmetic dentistry.
  • Knowledge of dental office laboratory requirements; following protective COVID requirements.
  • Disinfecting to CDC standards and for each dental office/operatory.

Dental Laboratory Group
Staten Island, USA

Office Manager
02.2010 - 03.2019

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Staten Island, NY
  • Coordinating appointment schedules for both the dentist and dental technicians.
  • Routinely completing inventory, supply orders and restocked supplies.
  • Provided appropriate postoperative instructions as prescribed by dentist.
  • Managed invoices and transaction receipts. Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
  • Thorough knowledge of standard dental laboratory practices/references.
  • Understanding the standard use and maintenance of dental laboratory tools and equipment.
  • Excellent ability to read and interpret Doctor's specifications/prescriptions.
  • Operate and interpret billing software.
  • In-depth ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with technicians as well as co-workers.
  • Scheduling patient appointments and over-seeing multiple case productions.
  • Extensive paperwork, filing and organization.
  • Staten Island, NY

Education

College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY

Dental Assistant Program from Dental Assistant
07-2020

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY

Some College (No Degree) from Speech-Language Pathology

Iona College
New Rochelle, NY

Some College (No Degree) from Speech-Language Pathology

Skills

Dental radiography and software management

  • Infection control and sanitation protocols
  • Patient management and care coordination
  • Oral surgery assistance and support
  • Scheduling and appointment coordination
  • Customer service and patient relations
  • Treatment planning and record keeping
  • Inventory management and compliance
  • Effective communication and professionalism
  • Team collaboration and cross-training capabilities

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Dr. Harry Weisenfeld
08.2021 - 10.2021

Dental Assistant

Oakwood Dental Arts
08.2020 - 08.2021

Office Manager

Dental Laboratory Group
02.2010 - 03.2019

College of Staten Island

Dental Assistant Program from Dental Assistant

Brooklyn College

Some College (No Degree) from Speech-Language Pathology

Iona College

Some College (No Degree) from Speech-Language Pathology

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