Karen Ferrer
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant with 5+ years of experience in providing exceptional patient care and support to dentists during procedures. Skilled in taking x-rays, preparing exam rooms, and sterilizing instruments. Seeking to utilize my expertise in a dynamic dental practice where I can contribute to a positive patient experience and assist in delivering high-quality dental care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Shadi International Dental and Orthodontic Center
11.2018 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
Dental Assistant
Almomiez Dental Complex
08.2015 - 10.2017
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Adamson University
Manila Philippines03.2010
Skills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Knowledgeable in Dok32,Sopro,Idixel
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Infection control proficiency
- Restorative procedures
- Oral Surgery Assistance
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Shadi International Dental and Orthodontic Center
11.2018 - Current
Dental Assistant
Almomiez Dental Complex
08.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Adamson University
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