Veronica Sanabria
East Patchogue,NY
Summary
As an Assistant and Front desk in Orthodontics and General Dentistry, I supported the doctors in treating patients requiring corrective procedures for spacing and alignment issues, as well as general oral health and surgical procedures. Efficiently arranges dental tools and instruments and sterilizes equipment. Experience taking and developing x-rays and instructing patients on proper care of oral health. While effectively managing the front desk and acting as a liaison between dentists, hygienists, and patients discussing treatment plans and scheduling appointments accordingly, data entry collection, and payment collections.
Organized and dependable at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Experience delivering customer service and administrative excellence, including clerical support and public interaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant and Front Desk
Dr. Scott Shwartz Orthodontics
2022.10 - 2023.04
- Prepared patients for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Set appointments and made follow-up calls.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Dental Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist
Louis Lasky Medical And Dental Center
2016.01 - 2022.07
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office settings and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments daily.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills, and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by the dentist.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Exposed, developed, and mounted dental x-rays.
Behavioral Specialist
Western Suffolk BOCES
2011.11 - 2016.01
- Promoted safe and therapeutic patient care through consultation, supervision, communication, and interactions.
- Counseled and facilitated therapeutic groups in accordance with the student's recovery plan objectives and needs.
- Conducted and interacted with clients in both individual and group counseling settings.
- Provided individualized care and treatment consistent with each student's age and developmental needs.
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure the safety of students and staff.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Law
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06.2022
High School Diploma -
Board of Education
New York, NY01.1999
Skills
- Diagnostic X-Rays
- Data Entry
- Records Preparation
- Infection Control
- Oral Health Care
- Impression Taking
- Dental Impressions
- Instrument Preparation
- Patient Education
- Chart Updating
- Patient Care Standards
- Personable Communication
- Taking Medical and Dental Histories
- Payment Collection
- Data Verification
- Manage Schedules
Certification
- HIPPA Training - 2023
- OSHA - 2023
- SEXUAL HARASSMENT TRAINING- 2023
- CPR AED - 2023
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant and Front Desk
Dr. Scott Shwartz Orthodontics
2022.10 - 2023.04
Dental Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist
Louis Lasky Medical And Dental Center
2016.01 - 2022.07
Behavioral Specialist
Western Suffolk BOCES
2011.11 - 2016.01
Associate of Arts - Criminal Law
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Board of Education
- HIPPA Training - 2023
- OSHA - 2023
- SEXUAL HARASSMENT TRAINING- 2023
- CPR AED - 2023
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