Sandra Menders
Brooklyn,CT
Summary
Experienced Certified Dental Assistant with over 20 years in the field seeking a part-time position. Proficient in assisting with dental procedures, sterilizing instruments, and preparing patient x-rays. Known for attention to detail, effective communication, and contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
State of CT / Department of Corrections
Hartford, CT
01.2009 - 05.2026
- Assisted in preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments for dental procedures.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Daily instrument counts and maintaining safety and security in a prison setting.
Certified Dental Assistant
Dr. Stephen Solomon
Putnam, CT
09.1996 - 12.2008
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Three Rivers Community College
Norwich, CT05-2018
No Degree - Dental Assistant
Huntington Institute
Norwich, CT08-1996
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
State of CT / Department of Corrections
01.2009 - 05.2026
Certified Dental Assistant
Dr. Stephen Solomon
09.1996 - 12.2008
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Three Rivers Community College
No Degree - Dental Assistant
Huntington Institute