Raquel Gooding Scobie
Summary
Dynamic Lead Central Sterilization Technician at New York University College of Dentistry, skilled in maintaining sterilization protocols and ensuring compliance with infection control standards. Proficient in Dentrix and Excel, I excel in inventory management and training staff, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Central Sterilization Technician
New York University College of Dentistry
New York City , NY
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained sterilization equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety.
- Cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized all medical instruments using autoclaves.
- Recorded sterilization cycle parameters for each load in the log book.
- Stocked supplies such as instrument trays, wrapping materials, surgical gowns, and drapes in preparation for surgery.
- Ensured that all instruments were properly labeled before loading them into the autoclave chamber.
- Inspected instruments to ensure they were free of debris prior to being placed in the autoclave chamber.
- Assisted with inventory management of sterile supplies including ordering new supplies when needed.
- Followed appropriate policies and procedures related to infection control practices.
- Tracked expiration dates of sterilized items and removed expired items from circulation.
- Verified the sterility of products after each cycle was completed using biological indicators or chemical indicators.
- Reported any issues or malfunctions with equipment immediately to supervisors.
- Maintained accurate records regarding all activities associated with the sterilization process.
- Replenished supplies as needed while adhering to departmental budget guidelines.
- Kept work area clean at all times following established safety protocols.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and equipment following policy procedures, industry standards and manufacturer instructions for use.
- Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
Supervising Dental Assistant
New York City Health and Hospital
Brooklyn, USA
01.2022 - Current
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Instructor of Dental Assisting
Nassau Community College
- Current
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum for dental assisting students.
- Instructed students in the use of modern dental equipment and materials, such as x-ray machines, drills, amalgams, impression material.
- Assessed student performance through written and practical exams to ensure mastery of course content.
- Maintained records of student grades and attendance.
Dental Assistant
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
Brooklyn, USA
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Prepared department for Joint Commission inspection
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
Dental Assistant
Dental 365/Tribeca Dental
New York, USA
01.1999 - 01.2018
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Ida B. Lanier Private Office
Stone Mountain, USA
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Supervise the daily operation of the dental clinic
- Prepare monthly reports including instruments tracking, inventory and patient statistics
- Prepare patients daily to undergo dental procedures
- Prepare sterilizing or disinfect instruments, setting up instrument trays and preparing materials
- Expose intraoral dental diagnostic x-rays in accordance with all guidelines to ensure patient safety
- Take and record patient medical and dental histories and vital signs and record treatment information in patient records
- Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist and instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
- Monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory and make orders
- Assisted with various dental procedures including cleanings, filings and brace fittings
- Handled some basic office duties including answering phones, scheduling appointments and insurance verification
- Monitor of sterilization, enzymatic and anesthesia logs and cleaning of autoclave
- Work closely with Central Sterilization and Biomed departments
- Help monitor to keep department in compliance with Hospital and Joint Commission policies
- Supervising of Dental staff
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Health Coordination
Western Governors University
09.2024
State University of New York
01.2019
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest Highschool
Jamaica, NY06.1997
Skills
- Windows
- Office Suite
- Word
- Excel
- Powerpoint
- Dentcom
- Dentrix
- Dentrix Ascend
- Dexis
- MIS
- Neoss
- Biohorizon
- Bicon
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- CPR
- Certified Central Sterilization Technician #469975
- Certified Billing and Coding Specialist
Timeline
Lead Central Sterilization Technician
New York University College of Dentistry
03.2023 - Current
Supervising Dental Assistant
New York City Health and Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
Dental Assistant
Dental 365/Tribeca Dental
01.1999 - 01.2018
Dental Assistant
Dr. Ida B. Lanier Private Office
01.1997 - 01.1999
Instructor of Dental Assisting
Nassau Community College
- Current
Bachelor's of Science - Health Coordination
Western Governors University
State University of New York
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest Highschool
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