Sara Gomez
Lutz,FL
Summary
Patient-focused Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and in easing patients anxiety.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Palm Tree Dentistry
New Port Richey, FL
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed general chair-side duties for pediatric dentistry, endo procedures (pulpotomies/stainless steel crown preps), oral surgery, recall(prophylaxis and sealants), and limited exams.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and post-operative instructions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Explained treatment procedures and answered all questions thoroughly
- Recorded patients' health/dental histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts for unilateral and bilateral space maintainers.
- Took dental images with NOMAD and Panoramic x-ray machine following strict patient protection rules and applying lead aprons.
ESL Tutor
Self-employed
Mayaguez, PR
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Assessed student proficiency and designed lesson plans to target weak areas.
- Worked with students in-person and via online classroom technology.
- Designed engaging instructional materials and activities.
- Built opportunities for real-world language use and learning outside classroom or formal learning environment.
- Demonstrated pronunciation and taught regional language differences.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Participated in training classes to improve tutoring practices and learn new tutoring techniques.
- Responded to after hours email and telephone requests to provide students assistance with specific questions.
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Orlando Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Orlando, FL
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Operated and acquiring radiographs using the x-ray machine such as: NOMAD (Scan-X) & Panorex (Panoramic x-ray)
- Assisted in monitoring nitrous oxide.
- Applied fluoride varnish & sealants.
- Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocols and abiding by OSHA & HIPAA rules.
- Routinely assisted dentists with oral examinations, restorations, extractions, prophylaxis and other dental work.
- Trained to assist and perform prophylaxis and treatment on "behaviorally challenged and special needs" patients, providing them with individualized care and consideration.
- Proficient in Curve Hero dental software.
- Scheduled appointments and reviewed treatment plans
Education
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL08.2024
Diploma/Certificate - Expanded Functions Dental Assisting
Concorde Career Institute
Tampa, FL06.2016
Skills
- Coronal Polishing
- Oral Hygiene Techniques
- Restorative Procedures( composite fillings, pulpotomies, SSC, deciduous and ortho extractions)
- Impressions
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Taking Medical and Dental Histories
- Nitrous Oxide
- Postoperative Care Instructions
- Sealant Application
- Digital Radiographs
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Palm Tree Dentistry
11.2021 - 06.2022
ESL Tutor
Self-employed
09.2019 - 10.2021
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Orlando Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
08.2016 - 03.2018
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
St. Petersburg College
Diploma/Certificate - Expanded Functions Dental Assisting
Concorde Career Institute
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