MICHELLE SARMIENTO ARIAS
Queens,NY
Summary
Skilled dental assistant with a talent for building strong connections with patients and colleagues, fostering positive relationships. Offers extensive expertise in patient care and education to ensure optimal oral health outcomes. Dedicated and prepared professional committed to the growth and stability of the practice. Health aide with experience in community healthcare organizations, providing valuable support to practitioners and patients. Role involved delivering clinical and administrative assistance, primary healthcare services, and emergency response. Passionate about educating patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles and making a positive impact on their overall well-being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Heart to Heart Home Care Agency
New York, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Dental Assistant
Brooklyn Dental Collective
Brooklyn, USA
10.2023 - Current
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration
- Assisted dentists during procedures by providing sterilized instruments in a timely manner
- Promoted a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a professional atmosphere in the dental office
Sterilization and Radiography Area
Smile Design Manhattan
Manhattan, USA
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to chart
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients
- Maintained a sterile environment for dental procedures, reducing the risk of infection
- Improved office efficiency through proper organization and inventory management of dental tools and supplies
- Promoted a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a professional atmosphere in the dental office
- Collaborated with dental team members to streamline instrument processing and preparation routines
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to enhance knowledge of best practices in dental sterilization techniques
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of all sterilized equipment, supporting seamless office operations
- Coordinated with suppliers to replenish inventory of disposable items needed for daily dental procedures efficiently
- Monitored expiration dates on all chemical solutions used in the cleaning process, ensuring their effectiveness during every cycle
- Assisted in training new employees on proper sterilization techniques and protocols, fostering a consistent standard of care within the dental practice
- Prepared trays with standard dental instruments to promote quick turnover from one patient to next
- Received deliveries to stock supply closet and manage inventory of dental products and equipment
Education
Home Health Aide -
Heart To Heart Home Care
New York, NY06.2024
Dental Assistant -
Always Health Instititute
12.2023
Doctor of Dental Medicin -
Universidad católica de Cuenca
04.2018
Skills
- Treatment room setup
- Dentrix proficiency
- Itero scan
- Restorative procedures
- Exam room setups
- Restorative dentistry
- Taking X-rays
- Sterilization techniques
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Chairside assistance
- Four-handed procedures
- Dental Hygiene
- Oral Healthcare
- Oral X-Rays
- Team Collaboration
- Housekeeping
- Dressing assistance
- First aid and safety
- Mobility support
- Recording vital signs
- Client documentation
- Medication organization
- Compassionate client care
- Personal care services
- Toileting assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Health Education
- Launder linens
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Heart to Heart Home Care Agency
06.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Brooklyn Dental Collective
10.2023 - Current
Sterilization and Radiography Area
Smile Design Manhattan
04.2022 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant -
Always Health Instititute
Doctor of Dental Medicin -
Universidad católica de Cuenca
Home Health Aide -
Heart To Heart Home Care