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Rosa Hidalgo

Port Richey,FL

Summary

Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Health Department Clinic
Clearwater, FL
06.2020 - 01.2024
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
  • Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
  • Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
  • Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
  • Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
  • Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
  • Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
  • Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
  • Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken.
  • Assisted in creating dental impressions for prosthetics.
  • Ensured proper disposal of hazardous waste materials.

Education

Associate of Science -

Spc
Tarpon Springs, FL
06-2023

Skills

  • Patient Counseling
  • Instrument preparation
  • Patient Education
  • Procedure Support
  • Dental Hygiene
  • Clinical Support
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Treatment Room Breakdown
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Chairside assistance
  • Exam room setups
  • OSHA Regulations Knowledge
  • Proficient in [Software]
  • Taking X-rays

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Health Department Clinic
06.2020 - 01.2024

Associate of Science -

Spc
Rosa Hidalgo