Vivian Ningzi You
San Jose,CA
Summary
“ Every tooth in a man's head is more valuable than a diamond.” Three years of experience working as an RDA inspired me to go further in the dental field. As a hard-working, detail-oriented dental hygiene student, and I want to help patients achieve better oral and overall health.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dentel Hygiene Student
Chabot College
08.2022 - Current
- In the process of learning removing tartar, stains, and plaque from teeth.
- Learning to apply sealants and fluorides to help protect teeth.
- Taking and interpreting dental X-rays.
- Assessing patients' oral health and reporting findings to dentists.
- Documenting patient care and treatment plans.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
Registered Dental Assistant
Foothill College
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Conducted panoramic dental X-rays to diagnose cavities, impacted wisdom teeth, and other dental conditions and provide education to patients on findings
- Provided support to dentists during root canals, extractions, and other dental procedures, including sterilizing instruments to prevent infection
- Created dental impressions, mix compounds in the laboratory, assist with denture fittings, and maintain inventory levels for dental equipment and supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up X-ray machines
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting with dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns, and sealants
Education
Associate of Arts - Dental Hygiene
Chabot College
Hayward, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA05.2022
Certification - Real Estate
Chabot College
Hayward, CA05.2021
Certification - Dental Assisting
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA06.2018
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of medicine, dentistry, dental health, and safety regulations
- The skill to handle dental tools with accuracy
- Attention to detail and ability to stay calm under stressful conditions
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of preparing and maintaining dental equipment
Certification
Registered Dental Assistant
CPR certification
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dentel Hygiene Student
Chabot College
08.2022 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Foothill College
09.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Arts - Dental Hygiene
Chabot College
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Foothill College
Certification - Real Estate
Chabot College
Certification - Dental Assisting
Foothill College
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