SHARIMAR SANTANA
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced Pediatric Dental Assistant with 14+ years in the field, seeking opportunities to enhance skills and contribute to exceptional customer care service. Committed to providing compassionate and efficient dental care to pediatric patients, dedicated to creating a positive and comfortable environment for children during their dental visits. Strong understanding of dental procedures and excellent communication skills, striving to ensure each patient receives personalized care and leaves with a smile. Seeking a position to utilize expertise and passion for pediatric dentistry to make a meaningful impact on the oral health of young patients.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Dental Assistant
My Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
2023.09 - Current
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
- Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and addressing their concerns regarding dental procedures.
- Contributed to practice growth by delivering exceptional customer service, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and referrals.
- Prepared treatment rooms efficiently before each procedure, setting up instruments and equipment as needed.
- Collaborated with dental team members for seamless coordination of care for pediatric patients.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, effectively anticipating needs and reducing treatment times.
- Provided post-operative care instructions to parents or guardians, promoting proper healing and recovery after dental treatments.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Open Bright Pediatric Dentistry
2016.02 - 2023.08
- Assist several rotating dentists during procedures and provided patient care
- Document and chart while the doctor does examinations
- Prepared treatment rooms and equipment for procedures
- Sterilized and maintained dental instruments and equipment
- Take digital x-rays and save to proper chart
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
- Assisted with office tasks such as scheduling appointments
- Have a running and updated inventory of the practice needs
- Order and restock all products and equipment.
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Kids Dental Village
2010.08 - 2015.07
- Completed general daily tasks such as handling phone lines, booking appointments and making clinic orders
- Maintained health code standards through proper sterilization of all dental instruments and general office cleaning
- Ensured efficient service to over 30 patients per day by taking x-rays, assisting dentist with treatment, setting up trays for examinations
- Educate patients and parents of how to maintain good oral hygiene.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vanguard High School
06.2003
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Dental radiography proficiency
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Infection control protocols
- Stress Tolerance
- Restorative procedures assistance
- Pediatric dentistry knowledge
- Team Collaboration
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
Cell
646-320-7269
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Pediatric Dental Assistant
My Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
2023.09 - Current
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Open Bright Pediatric Dentistry
2016.02 - 2023.08
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Kids Dental Village
2010.08 - 2015.07
High School Diploma -
Vanguard High School
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