Anabel Torres
Dallas
Summary
Experienced oral surgery assistant with solid background in assisting oral surgeons through various procedures. Expertise in surgical preparation and patient care, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow. Demonstrated precision in instrument sterilization and post-operative care, contributing to patient safety and recovery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oral Surgery Assistant
Georgia Oral and Facial Surgery
12.2021 - Current
- Minimized complications during surgery by effectively monitoring anesthesia levels under the guidance of an Oral Surgeon or Dental Anesthesiologist.
- Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.
- Prepared surgical area by ensuring that all necessary dental instruments were sterilized and patients were ready.
- Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
- Maintained a safe and clean working environment through proper sterilization of instruments and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Provided high-quality pre-surgical consultations, discussing potential risks, benefits, and alternatives with prospective patients.
- Optimized inventory management through timely ordering supplies based on usage trends while minimizing costs where possible.
- Streamlined post-operative care with thorough patient education on recovery, medications, and self-care techniques.
- Assisted in complex procedures, demonstrating advanced knowledge of oral surgery techniques.
- Greeted patients upon arrival to office and helped prepare for surgeries.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and answering questions prior to surgery.
- Collaborated with surgeons to develop customized treatment plans that met individual patient needs.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Northside Oral and Facial Surgery
06.2016 - 10.2021
- Minimized complications during surgery by effectively monitoring anesthesia levels under the guidance of an Oral Surgeon or Dental Anesthesiologist.
- Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.
- Prepared surgical area by ensuring that all necessary dental instruments were sterilized and patients were ready.
- Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
- Maintained a safe and clean working environment through proper sterilization of instruments and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Provided high-quality pre-surgical consultations, discussing potential risks, benefits, and alternatives with prospective patients.
- Optimized inventory management through timely ordering supplies based on usage trends while minimizing costs where possible.
- Improved patient comfort by providing oral and emotional support during surgical procedures.
- Streamlined post-operative care with thorough patient education on recovery, medications, and self-care techniques.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning about new procedures and technologies, staying current with advancements in the field of Oral Surgery.
- Assisted in complex procedures, demonstrating advanced knowledge of oral surgery techniques.
- Established trustful relationships with patients throughout their treatment journey ensuring consistent care delivery.
- Greeted patients upon arrival to office and helped prepare for surgeries.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
Education
Dental Assisting
Dental Assisting School of Atlanta
Kennesaw,GA05-2016
High School Diploma -
East Paulding High School
Dallas, GA12-2015
Skills
- IV sedation monitoring
- Patient preparation and assistance
- Surgical assisting
- Sterilization techniques
- X-rays
- Post-surgical care
- Postoperative care
- Orthognathic surgery support
- Nitrous oxide administration
- Instrument sanitization
- Sedation supervision
- Surgical room setup
- Surgical documentation
- Radiographic imaging
- Teamwork
- Dental terminology
- Dental assistant
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Oral Surgery Assistant
Georgia Oral and Facial Surgery
12.2021 - Current
Oral Surgery Assistant
Northside Oral and Facial Surgery
06.2016 - 10.2021
Dental Assisting
Dental Assisting School of Atlanta
High School Diploma -
East Paulding High School
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