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Lina Tafur

Queens,NY

Summary

I am an internationally trained dentist.

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Volunteer Abroad.

Volunteer HQ
Cusco- Peru
02.2025 - 02.2025
  • Provided healthcare services for the Peruvian community as a dental volunteer, assisting local dentists with daily operations. Contact: Maximo Nivel, +51 845 818 00.
  • Performed teeth cleanings, check-ups, fluoride application, sealants, and fillings in a hospital setting.
  • Shadowed and assisted dentists, taught patients basic dental hygiene, and assisted with local education programs promoting oral health.
  • Assisted with scheduling appointments, preparing materials, and handling administrative tasks.

Dental Assistant

Presidental Care
Queens, NY
01.2020 - 10.2020
  • Dental assistant in general office
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Prepared dental materials such as composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
  • Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.

General Dentist

Vihonco
Armenia- Colombia
12.2013 - 09.2015
  • General dentist.
  • Performed oral examinations, took X-rays, and performed other diagnostic tests.
  • Provided comprehensive dental care services to a wide range of patients.
  • Diagnosed oral diseases and developed treatment plans for various conditions.

Education

English Language

La Guardia Community College
New York
01-2017

Dental Degree

Antonio Narino University
Bogota, Colombia
01-2013

Skills

  • Instrument preparation
  • Exam room setups
  • Instrument sterilization techniques
  • Dental procedure preparation
  • Dental staff support
  • X-ray processing

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Elementary

Timeline

Dental Volunteer Abroad.

Volunteer HQ
02.2025 - 02.2025

Dental Assistant

Presidental Care
01.2020 - 10.2020

General Dentist

Vihonco
12.2013 - 09.2015

English Language

La Guardia Community College

Dental Degree

Antonio Narino University

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