Kaylene Codero Otero
New Haven,CT
Summary
Certified Dental Assistant with hands-on experience. Skilled at chairside assisting, dental radiography and building relationships with patients. Well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and enthusiasm to bring strong work ethic to excellent dental practice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
North Branford Dental Group
North Branford, Connecticut
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Assisted dentists in providing dental treatment to pediatric patients
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Utilized digital scanning technology to create 3D images of patient's teeth.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Assisted with pre-fitting of prostheses prior to fabrication or delivery.
- Utilized Cerec milling and scanning machines to fabricate crowns and implant crowns.
- Utilized motorized hand pieces to polish crowns and implant crowns.
- Assembled, and assisted with inserting implant crowns.
Volleyball Coach
New Haven Juniors Volleyball Club
New Haven, CT
11.2022 - Current
- Encouraged team spirit by motivating players with positive reinforcement techniques
- Coached individuals between ages of 9 and 14 on volleyball techniques
- Adhered to equipment and apparel standards to promote safety and fair play and made new equipment orders when appropriate
- Managed multiple platforms of social media dedicated to the sport while ensuring content is appropriate
Dental Assistant Extern
Nova Dental Practice
North Haven, Connecticut
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Greeted patients, scheduled appointments and managed patient records.
- Assisted dentist during dental procedures such as fillings, extractions and root canals.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments for use in dental treatments.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures such as prophylaxis, sealants, restorations, and periodontal scaling.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, preventative care measures and post-treatment instructions.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, sterilized instruments and equipment, set up trays with instruments and materials needed by the dentist.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
Sales Associate
Walmart
New Haven, CT
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs
- Accept payments, issue receipts and count money back change
- Handle customer complaints in a professional manner
- Answer incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information
Dental Assistant Extern
Expert Dental
Hamden, CT
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in patient intake, ensuring accurate information collection and record management.
- Prepared treatment rooms, sterilized instruments, and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Supported dentists during procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency and patient comfort.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices for improved outcomes.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Conducted thorough sterilization of instruments and equipment to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
Crew Member
Dunkin' Donuts
New Haven, CT
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Served food quickly for positive guest experiences
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests
- Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift
- Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity
- Assisted management with inventory control and stock ordering
Restaurant Busser
Nataz Adventures in Eating
North Branford, CT
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted servers by refilling beverages, clearing dishes, carrying trays and delivering food items to the table
- Cleared tables to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times
- Swept floors and removed garbage from dining area
- Ensured that all areas were properly sanitized at the end of each shift
- Wiped down and cleaned chairs, booths, and highchairs
- Inspected restaurant prior to opening for cleanliness and proper set-up of tables, chairs and booths
Education
Dental Assistant -
Porter and Chester Institute
Hamden, CT05.2024
Diploma -
Wilbur L. Cross High School
New Haven, CT06.2022
Skills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Organization of dental supply
- X-Ray Processing
- Chairside assistance
- Team Collaboration
- Infection control procedures
- Patient Relations
- Restorative Dentistry
- prosthodontics
- Four-handed procedures
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Pediatrics
Certification
- AHA BLS-AED CPR Certified
- Steri-Cycle BBP Training
- DANB certified
- RHS certified
- ICE certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
North Branford Dental Group
05.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant Extern
Nova Dental Practice
02.2024 - 05.2024
Dental Assistant Extern
Expert Dental
11.2023 - 12.2023
Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2023 - 05.2024
Volleyball Coach
New Haven Juniors Volleyball Club
11.2022 - Current
Crew Member
Dunkin' Donuts
01.2022 - 06.2022
Restaurant Busser
Nataz Adventures in Eating
01.2021 - 08.2021
Dental Assistant -
Porter and Chester Institute
Diploma -
Wilbur L. Cross High School