Paul LeRoy
Kennewick
Summary
Dynamic Dental/Surgical Assistant with extensive experience at a leading dental practice, excelling in surgical support and patient care. Proficient in sterile techniques and infection control, I effectively anticipate surgeon needs and enhance team efficiency. My critical thinking and teamwork skills ensure smooth operations and exceptional patient experiences during complex procedures.
Experienced with preoperative and postoperative patient care, including preparation and monitoring. Utilizes sterile techniques and surgical instrumentation to support successful surgeries. Track record of maintaining calm and efficient presence in high-pressure situations.
Skilled Dental/Surgical assistant offering more than 40 years of experience and well versed in ALL types of clinical dental/surgical procedures. Adept at orienting and training technical staff and implementing policies to streamline workflow. Excited to bring expertise to growing organization offering room for advancement.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Dental/Surgical Assistant
Not Employed
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgeries with efficient room turnover times.
- Supported surgical teams in emergency situations, quickly adapting to unexpected complications and maintaining composure.
- Provided preoperative and postoperative education to patients and families to manage recovery.
Dental Assistant
Not Employed
- Assisted in patient preparation for dental procedures, ensuring comfort and compliance with safety protocols.
- Sterilized and maintained dental instruments, adhering to infection control guidelines.
- Recorded patient histories and vital signs accurately to support treatment planning.
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient records efficiently to enhance office workflow.
- Provided chairside assistance during various dental procedures, contributing to team efficiency.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions effectively.
- Collaborated with dental team members to streamline processes and improve patient experiences.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies and systems, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
- 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.
Education
No Degree - Dental Assisting
USAF School of Dentistry
Skills
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Surgical equipment handling
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Operating room etiquette
- Safe sharps disposal
- Infection control protocols
- Preoperative checklists
- Patient positioning expertise
- Continuous learning attitude
- Critical thinking
- Medical terminology
- Anatomy and physiology
- Surgical support
Certification
Registered Dental assistant
Certified AAOMS- Anesthetic assistant
CPR/AED (I am an AHA instructor)
Timeline
Dental/Surgical Assistant
Not Employed
Dental Assistant
Not Employed
No Degree - Dental Assisting
USAF School of Dentistry
Sustained Superior Performance by Inspector General
I was awarded this and was presented by a one star and four star general.