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Suzanne Esquibel

Littleton,CO

Summary

Experienced with patient case management and coordination of care plans in clinical settings. Utilizes strong communication skills to liaise effectively between patients, families, and healthcare providers. Track record of maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring adherence to treatment schedules. Skilled in insurance verification, managing treatment plans, scheduling, and patient communications. Emphasizes team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving needs. Known for reliability, effective problem-solving, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Surgical Assistant

Colorado Surgical Arts
06.2020 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
  • Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
  • Kept views unobstructed by retracting and suctioning surgical sites.
  • Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
  • Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
  • Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all surgical activities for record-keeping purposes and quality control analysis.
  • Provided mentorship to new Surgical Assistants in order to maintain high levels of competency within the team.
  • Participated in pre-operative consultations, offering vital input on patient conditions and surgical approach.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between surgeries with efficient room turnover times.
  • Assist surgeons and all surgeries, including wisdom teeth, extractions, single tooth implants, All on 4 surgeries, expose and bonds and jaw fractures.
  • Perform pre and post-operative duties to facilitate patient care.
  • Verify the identity of the patient and operative site as well as obtain informed consent.
  • Monitor and maintain aseptic technique.
  • Determine availability of necessary equipment and supplies for operative procedures.
  • Obtain and inspect sterile and non-sterile surgical instruments and supplies.
  • Operate sterilization devices.
  • Monitor patient status intraoperatively.
  • Obtain dental imaging.
  • Complete patient charting.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all information in accordance with HIPAA.
  • Preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care including placing IV's for sedation
  • CT scans
  • Trios IOS scans
  • ICAM Digital scanning for full arches cases
  • Sterile duties including weekly and monthly maintenance and weekly testing.
  • All clinical notes for surgeries, consultation and post operative visits.
  • Correspondence with referrals
  • The ability to work independently and as a team
  • Providing excellent patient care
  • Marketing for office
  • Proficient with OMS Vision and care stack
  • Proficient in all surgical notes and documentation prior to being sent to insurance
  • Handling clinical phone calls, scheduling patients
  • Ordering clinical supplies with the ability to stay with in the monthly budget.
  • Safety officer for the back office which included monthly audits. ( Radiology, DEA compliance, OSHA)
  • ACLS and BLS certified
  • Montor and train new staff members

Lead Dental Assistant

Denver Dental Specialties
09.2016 - 06.2020
  • Chair side assisting for all Endodontic and Periodontic procedures including RCT, Apicoectomy, Extraction and implants, tissue grafts, pinhole technique.
  • Proficient in CBCT scans, FMX and periapical radiographs
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring necessary resources were readily available for all procedures.
  • All equipment maintenance and cleaning
  • Marketing for the office
  • Insurance verification and scheduling
  • Patient follow up phone calls
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged return visits.
  • Reduced wait times by effectively managing exam room turnover between appointments, minimizing downtime for both staff members and patients alike.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Ordered office supplies while staying with in budget given.
  • Train new staff members

Treatment Coordinator, Dental Assistant

Colorado Endodontic Specialists
01.2013 - 09.2016
  • Maintained detailed records of patient treatments, ensuring accurate billing and efficient followups.
  • Increased case acceptance rates through persuasive presentation of treatment options and benefits.
  • Explained treatment choices to patients and helped determine best options.
  • Researched billing issues, scheduled appointments and verified insurance coverage.
  • Educated patients on dental benefits and coordinated proper payment with insurance companies.
  • Implemented comprehensive tracking systems to monitor progress towards practice goals related to production levels or revenue targets.
  • Built strong relationships with referring providers through regular communication updates on shared cases.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.

Education

Diploma -

Sanford High School
Sanford, ME

Skills

  • Strong leadership qualities
  • Adaptable problem-solving
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Medical terminology
  • Preoperative preparation
  • Time management aptitude
  • Interpersonal relationship building
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Instrument handling expertise
  • Infection control protocols
  • Pre-surgical preparation
  • Medication administration
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Patient care
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Patient safety
  • Self motivation
  • ACLS/ BLC certified

Certification

  • ACLS Certification
  • BLS Certification

Timeline

Lead Surgical Assistant

Colorado Surgical Arts
06.2020 - Current

Lead Dental Assistant

Denver Dental Specialties
09.2016 - 06.2020

Treatment Coordinator, Dental Assistant

Colorado Endodontic Specialists
01.2013 - 09.2016

Diploma -

Sanford High School

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