Valerie Salas
New Caney
Summary
Dynamic Surgical Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Pacific Dental Services, excelling in high-pressure environments. Proficient in IV placement and medication management, ensuring patient safety during complex procedures. A dedicated team player, skilled in oral surgery and patient education, committed to delivering exceptional care and improving surgical outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Surgical Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
01.2023 - Current
- Assisting in surgical procedures while patients being sedated.
- Distributing propofol and drawing meds.
- Making sure ekg is read and active while patients are sedated.
- Reviewing medical history for patients.
- Being emergency ready at all times.
- Passing and assisting in surgery setting.
- Traveling.
Surgical Dental Asistant
Lifetime Dental
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Designing temporary bridge on 3D printer for all on 4 cases.
- Conversions for all on 4 cases and assisting in surgery.
- Placing IV for doctor to sedate patients.
- preparing patient and surgical setting rooms.
- Working wit controlled medications and making sure our patients are safe.
- Chairside Invisalign /preventive treatment
Surgical Dental Assistant
Charm Dental
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments for surgical procedures.
- Drawing tubes of blood for PRF and placing it in centrifuge to prepare plasma.
- Provided support during dental surgeries, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated information in electronic systems.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices.
- Managed inventory supplies, ensuring availability of necessary dental materials.
- Collaborated with dental team to streamline procedures and improve workflow efficiency.
- Observed best practices for infection control and compliance with safety protocols.
- Learned to operate dental equipment effectively under supervision of senior staff.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, showcasing strong dexterity and knowledge of dental anatomy.
- Maintained detailed records regarding treatment plans, progress notes, and consent forms to ensure continuity of care across visits.
- Ensured optimal patient safety through vigilant monitoring during surgeries and timely assistance to the surgeon.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing advanced dental technology during surgical procedures for increased accuracy and effectiveness.
- Upheld strict compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff alike.
- Aided in precise diagnosis by efficiently performing diagnostic imaging tasks such as x-rays and impressions.
- Delivered compassionate post-operative care, addressing concerns promptly and offering support throughout the healing process.
- Demonstrated a commitment to patient-centered care by consistently seeking feedback on personal performance and making necessary improvements.
- Assisted in all on 4 procedures ,implants and restorative treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Administration Management
University of Houston
Houston, TXAssociate of Science - Chemistry
Lonestar College
Houston, TX06.2023
High School Diploma
Spring High School
Houston, TX05.2019
Skills
- Great with Working under pressure
- Highly skilled in passing instruments during surgery
- Quick and efficient
- Great at assuring during surgery and suctioning so doctor can see
- Experienced with patient medical history
- Experience with medications
- Excellent team player
- General dentistry
- Oral surgery
- Ortho
- Endo
- Perio
Certification
- CPR certified
- CE credits
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Traveling Surgical Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
01.2023 - Current
Surgical Dental Asistant
Lifetime Dental
12.2022 - 01.2023
Surgical Dental Assistant
Charm Dental
09.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Medical Administration Management
University of Houston
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Lonestar College
High School Diploma
Spring High School
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