Nancy Garcia Ruiz
York,PA
Summary
As a bright ambitious individual, I enjoy working in a fast-paced position where I can assist others using my bilingual skills(Spanish/English). I am seeking a position that will utilize my education and offer the chance for advancement as well as allow me the opportunity to gain additional skills and experience. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Friendly dental assistant with several years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prosthodontic Dental Assistant EFDA/Infection Control Coordinator
ClearChoice Dental Implant Center
Harrisburg, PA
01.2022 - Current
- Removed sutures or dressings following surgery at the request of the dentist.
- Educated patients on preventive dental care practices such as flossing and mouth rinses.
- Performed chair-side dental assisting during patient examinations and treatments, including taking radiographs, impressions, and pouring up models.
- Maintained Sterilization Area according to OSHA guidelines and sterilized all instruments after use.
- Fabricated temporary crowns from alginate impressions or pre-fabricated templates.
- Performed coronal polishing.
- Applied topical agents to patients.
- Assisted with designing custom prosthetic devices for patients based on individual needs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- In compliance with and implemented new protocols for prosthodontic treatments in accordance with changing regulations.
- Identified signs of periodontal disease or other conditions requiring further evaluation or treatment.
- Assisted with surgical procedures involving implants, crowns, bridges, veneers, and dentures.
- Utilized digital imaging technology to create precise impressions of teeth and gums.
- Advised patients on proper care of their prostheses and maintenance regimens following surgery.
- Maintained detailed records regarding patient treatments, medications prescribed, follow-up visits and progress notes.
- Counseled patients on diet modifications that may be necessary post-surgery.
- Repaired damaged prostheses using specialized tools and techniques.
- Reviewed x-rays or CT scans to assess potential problems with existing implants or prostheses.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay abreast of current trends in maxillofacial prosthodontics.
- Assisted in training students and/or new hires in the clinical setting.
- Assisted with surgery to prepare the mouth for dental implants and intermediate prostheses.
- Monitored compliance with infection control policies and procedures in the facility.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce the risk of infections.
- Provided education and training to staff on infection prevention and control practices.
- Participated in drills and exercises related to emergency preparedness planning for infectious disease outbreaks.
- Performed environmental rounds, assessing areas for potential sources of contamination or cross-contamination.
- Maintained current knowledge of advances in infection control guidelines through continuing education programs.
- Monitored participants' progress during the training session.
- Evaluated employee performance before, during, and after training sessions.
- Mentored and onboarded new staff members to establish top patient care.
Lead Dental Assistant and Lab Technician
Aspen Dental
York, PA
05.2013 - 12.2021
- Competent in OSHA compliance.
- Knowledge and use of Office, Excel, and Word programs.
- Training employees.
- Provided chairside assistance to dentists during dental procedures.
- Assisted with the setup of treatment rooms and sterilization of instruments.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- I performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
- Established a clean, sterile, and welcoming environment for patients.
- Fabricated and repaired full and partial dentures, bite registrations, relines and rebase, and other dental prostheses.
- Maintained patient charts, including medical histories, medications, and allergies.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each procedure.
- Developed X-rays using digital imaging technology and processed them in accordance with safety regulations.
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
- Educated patients on preventive oral health care practices such as brushing and flossing techniques.
- Monitored patient progress throughout their visit to ensure a positive outcome from treatments provided.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient visits, treatments rendered, and payments received.
- Managed incoming calls from patients regarding appointments or inquiries about services offered.
- Assisted in the training of new dental assistants by providing guidance on protocols and processes.
- Adhered to all applicable laws related to HIPAA compliance for protecting patient confidentiality.
- Reduced occurrence of lab test errors for improved reliability and to avoid need for retesting.
- Oversaw lab equipment stock and placed orders to expand inventory.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, applied dental fillings, placed temporary crowns and seated permanent crowns.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
Education
EFDA Diploma - Dental Assisting
YTI- Career Institute
York, PA06-2024
Dental Assistant Diploma - Dental Assisting
York Technical Institute
York, PA08-2012
Skills
- Patient Services
- Equipment Sterilization
- Clinical Support
- Inventory Management
- Patient Education
- [Spanish] Fluency
- Instrument preparation
- Restorative Dentistry
- Strong manual dexterity
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Oral X-Rays
- Knowledgeable in [Dexis,Workday,Microsoft word,Office]
- Patient Scheduling
- Four-handed procedures
- Strong writing and verbal skills
Certification
- American Heart Association - Health Care Provider CPR
- Dental Assistant National Board - Radiology Health and Safety Exam
- Implant Lab Program Certification
- Completion of Itero and Trios Program
- Lab Tech certification and completion of program
Volunteer Experience
- Invited Student Speaker
- Student Ambassador
- Dental Advisory Board
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Dental Assistant Externship award
- Student Ambassador
- Invited student speaker
- YTI Dental advisory member
Timeline
Prosthodontic Dental Assistant EFDA/Infection Control Coordinator
ClearChoice Dental Implant Center
01.2022 - Current
Lead Dental Assistant and Lab Technician
Aspen Dental
05.2013 - 12.2021
EFDA Diploma - Dental Assisting
YTI- Career Institute
Dental Assistant Diploma - Dental Assisting
York Technical Institute
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