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Vivian Fajardo

Oceanside,CA

Summary

Dental Assistant with experience of four-handed dentistry, impressions, and maintaining equipment sterilized. My enthusiasm for the dental field makes me pursue this path and believe it will drive me to do the best of my ability. As a Dental Assistant I am ready to apply everything l've learned in your practice to start building strong, lasting relationships with patients.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Endodontic Assosciates Of Illinois
06.2022 - 05.2024
  • Assisted 3 different doctors. Endodontic/Oral Surgery.
  • Prepared treatment rooms before each patient visit by setting up necessary tools and materials.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies in office and ordered new materials when needed.
  • Set up instruments, materials, and equipment necessary for each procedure.
  • Operated digital x-ray machines to obtain clear images of patients' teeth and jaws. Able to work CBCT machine.
  • Monitored inventory items, placing orders to avoid shortages. Ordered and stocked dental supplies, keeping inventory organized and up-to-date.
  • Took dental impressions for pre-surgical planning and sent out to lab, Following up with lab ensuring models will arrive in timely manner.
  • Performed basic laboratory tasks such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
  • Mentored new dental assistants through hands-on training and guidance during their initial integration into practice.
  • Manage schedule of 25+ patients per day.

Dental Assistant

Advaned Endodontics Of Chicago
03.2021 - 05.2022
  • Set up endodontic trays with proper instruments, medications, and materials for each procedure.
  • Prepared patient for treatment by explaining procedure and answering any questions.
  • Assisted dentists during endodontic procedures by providing necessary tools and materials.
  • Took digital x-rays of patients' teeth before and after root canal treatments.
  • Recorded patient information in dental software system accurately and efficiently.
  • Sterilized and maintained dental instruments, equipment, and work area according to OSHA standards.

Dental Assistant Extern

Chicago Dental Institute
10.2020 - 02.2021
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures by clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices
  • Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning, sterilizing tools, equipment and materials
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety
  • Used Open Dental to document and maintain patient information and health background
  • Set up trays for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.

Education

Certificate -

Chicago Dental Institute
Chicago, IL
02.2021

High School Diploma -

Thomas Kelly College Preparatory
Chicago, IL
06.2019

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Digital X-Ray Proficiency
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Proficient in TDO and Carestream
  • Inventory Management
  • Dental Radiography

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Endodontic Assosciates Of Illinois
06.2022 - 05.2024

Dental Assistant

Advaned Endodontics Of Chicago
03.2021 - 05.2022

Dental Assistant Extern

Chicago Dental Institute
10.2020 - 02.2021

Certificate -

Chicago Dental Institute

High School Diploma -

Thomas Kelly College Preparatory

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