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Nadeen Desouky

Melville,New York

Summary

Adept Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Desouky and Panossian, enhancing patient satisfaction through exceptional chairside assistance and dental radiography expertise. Excelled in sterilization protocols and patient education, fostering a safe and efficient environment. Demonstrated strong manual dexterity and team collaboration, contributing to a significant improvement in treatment outcomes and patient care standards. Good with people, and kids. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Desouky
04.2018 - 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.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
  • Aided in the development of staff training materials, fostering a cohesive team environment focused on continuous improvement.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.

Oral Surgery Assistant

Panossian
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Minimized complications during surgery by effectively monitoring anesthesia levels under the guidance of an Oral Surgeon or Dental Anesthesiologist.
  • Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.
  • Prepared surgical area by ensuring that all necessary dental instruments were sterilized and patients were ready.
  • Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
  • Maintained a safe and clean working environment through proper sterilization of instruments and adherence to infection control protocols.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing oral and emotional support during surgical procedures.
  • Streamlined post-operative care with thorough patient education on recovery, medications, and self-care techniques.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning about new procedures and technologies, staying current with advancements in the field of Oral Surgery.
  • Assisted in complex procedures, demonstrating advanced knowledge of oral surgery techniques.
  • Established trustful relationships with patients throughout their treatment journey ensuring consistent care delivery.
  • Promoted exceptional patient experiences from initial contact through post-operative followups.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival to office and helped prepare for surgeries.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and answering questions prior to surgery.
  • Calmed nervous patients by speaking softly, answering questions, and providing compassionate care.
  • Enhanced surgical efficiency by preparing instruments, equipment and materials for the operation.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture through effective communication with team members and proactive problem-solving skills.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
  • Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.

Education

No Degree - Arts

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Saint Anthonys High School
Huntington, NY
05.2022

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Dental Radiography
  • Digital X-Ray Proficiency
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Treatment room setup
  • Professionalism and Etiquette
  • HIPAA Compliance Understanding
  • Team Collaboration
  • Cross-Training Capabilities
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Patient Education
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Patient Services
  • First Aid Training
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Patient Counseling
  • Pediatric dental care
  • Strong manual dexterity
  • Emergency Response Preparedness
  • Customer Service
  • Disinfection and Sterilization
  • CPR/AED
  • Relationship Building
  • Patient Care Standards

Accomplishments

  • Improved exam room setup and breakdown, improving overall efficiency [Number]%.

Languages

Arabic
Professional Working

Timeline

Oral Surgery Assistant

Panossian
07.2023 - 05.2024

Dental Assistant

Desouky
04.2018 - Current

No Degree - Arts

Hofstra University

High School Diploma -

Saint Anthonys High School
Nadeen Desouky