Dental professional with solid foundation in dental assisting, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and collaborate effectively with dental teams. Known for attention to detail and excellent communication skills, fostering positive experience for patients and colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Compass Health
08.2022 - Current
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Lead Surgical Technician
Nevada Regional Medical Center
02.2020 - 08.2022
Improved patient safety by implementing strict adherence to aseptic techniques and protocols.
Mentored junior surgical technicians, fostering a cohesive and efficient team environment.
Expedited emergency response times by facilitating rapid decision-making under high-stress situations during critical operations.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall department performance and patient satisfaction levels.
Reduced surgical errors by maintaining accurate inventory control and timely restocking of supplies.
Provided technical guidance to other team members during challenging or unfamiliar procedures, improving overall success rates.
Optimized operating room turnover time through diligent preparation and organization of equipment.
Efficiently managed multiple simultaneous surgeries through effective prioritization and delegation among team members.
Dental Assistant
Access Family Care
06.2017 - 02.2020
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.