Saribel Polanco
New Brunswick ,NJ
Summary
Dental Assistant with a strong background in infection control and patient relations at a private practice. Skilled in equipment sterilization and maintenance as well as aempathetic care,ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. Proven ability to identify patient needs and communicate effectively with healthcare providers, enhancing overall patient experiences. Skilled in multitasking and performing effectively under pressure.With good time management abilities, a quick learning capacity, and advanced customer service experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Private Practice
Jamesburg NJ
06.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies .
- Made sure there is a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for a clean setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations
- Sterilized rooms and prepped instruments for procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists with procedures, making sure to provide the best possible patient care experience .
Barista
Starbucks
New Brunswick
05.2023 - 06.2024
Made drinks according to the customers expectations.
Cashier
Marshalls & HomeGoods
North Brunswick
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies .
- Made sure there is a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for a clean setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations
- Sterilized rooms and prepped instruments for procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists with procedures, making sure to provide the best possible patient care experience .
Education
New Brunswick High School
New Brunswick, NJMiddlesex County College
Edison, NJSkills
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient relations
- Treatment room breakdown
- Empathetic patient care
- Direct patient care
- Identifying patients needs and proceeding accordingly
- Communicating with the patients doctor according to patient requests , needs, medical history, etc
- Empathy and compassion
- Active listening and empathy
- Microsoft word
- Microsoft outlook
- Front desk reception
- Canvas
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Private Practice
06.2024 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
05.2023 - 06.2024
Cashier
Marshalls & HomeGoods
10.2022 - 02.2023
New Brunswick High School
Middlesex County College