Dental Assistant (Per Diem / Part-time) at Stynt (2026-03 – Present)
Provide on-demand chairside support across multiple dental practices, with strong involvement in prosthodontic procedures including crown and bridge, veneers, dentures, and full-mouth rehabilitation cases
- Assist in all phases of prosthodontic treatment, including impression taking (traditional and digital), temporary crown fabrication, try-ins, and coordination with dental laboratories
- Support a wide range of procedures across general dentistry, oral surgery, periodontics, and endodontics as needed
- Adapt quickly to different clinical workflows, maintaining efficiency and continuity of care in fast-paced environments
- Perform front office and reception duties when needed, including patient check-in/check-out, scheduling, insurance verification, and coordination of treatment plans
- Ensure seamless communication between clinical and administrative teams to enhance patient experience and office flow
- Maintain strict infection control, operatory setup, and patient preparation standards
- Deliver flexible clinical and administrative support, bridging patient care and front office operations to optimize practice efficiency
HealthTech Associate (Startup operations – Part time) at XPress HealthTech (2025-11 – Present)
Supported daily operations in a fast-paced health tech startup, helping keep projects organized and on schedule
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication, timely deliverables, and smooth workflow execution
- Assisted in preparing and organizing healthcare data for internal use and client-facing materials
- Identified workflow gaps and supported practical process improvements to increase efficiency
- Maintained organized records and contributed to basic reporting to track progress and outcomes
- Participated in team planning and followed through on action items to support project completion
- Contributed to building foundational processes during the startup phase, supporting team coordination and operational growth
Pediatric Head Dental Assistant & Front office coordinator at Tribeca Pediatric Dentistry (2019-11 – 2026-03)
Served as the primary point of contact for patients and parents, delivering a high-touch, concierge-style experience from check-in through post-visit follow-up
- Coordinated scheduling, insurance verification, and treatment planning, ensuring seamless alignment between clinical recommendations, financial considerations, and patient expectations
- Assisted in the presentation and coordination of comprehensive treatment plans, helping patients and guardians understand procedures, sequencing, and next steps
- Managed patient flow in a fast-paced pediatric setting, optimizing appointment timing while maintaining a positive and efficient patient experience
- Guided parents through treatment plans, procedures, and financial considerations with clarity and empathy
- Maintained accurate and compliant EHR documentation, including treatment notes, consent forms, and sedation logs in accordance with HIPAA standards
- Facilitated communication between providers, clinical staff, and front office team to ensure continuity of care and efficient workflow
- Provided comprehensive chairside assistance in preventive, restorative, surgical, and early orthodontic procedures for infants, children, and adolescents
- Assisted with sealants, fluoride treatments, operative procedures, pulp therapies, extractions, impressions for space maintainers, and early orthodontic assessments
- Performed dental radiography and nitrous oxide administration using age-appropriate communication to ensure patient comfort and cooperation
- Oversaw treatment room preparation, sterilization, and infection control protocols in compliance with OSHA standards
- Educated patients and guardians on oral hygiene and preventive care through personalized instruction and reinforcement of provider recommendations
- Trained and mentored team members in both clinical procedures and front office coordination, strengthening overall team efficiency and patient-centered care delivery
Specialty Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery, Periodontics, Endodontics) at Larkin Agency (2020-09 – 2023-01)
- Assisted oral surgeons in diverse procedures, including surgical extractions, orthognathic surgeries, facial trauma repair, dental implants, and TMJ surgeries
- Supported endodontists in complex root canal treatments by preparing instruments and materials, improving procedural efficiency by 20%
- Collaborated with periodontists in both surgical and non-surgical treatments such as scaling, root planing, and implant placement to enhance patient outcomes and recovery
- Managed and sterilized surgical instruments, ensuring proper setup and aseptic technique for each procedure
- Delivered pre- and post-operative care instructions, monitoring patient recovery and ensuring safety throughout the process
- Maintained accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Coordinated with dental laboratories and suppliers for the timely procurement of surgical materials and instruments
Associate Dentist at Knockout Smile Dental (2017-12 – 2019-08)
Provided comprehensive dental care, including diagnostic, preventive, restorative, endodontic, periodontic, and prosthodontic treatments. Performed routine dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, bridges, veneers, and partial and complete dentures.
- Provided care to pediatric patients and performed: Pulpotomies, Stainless Steel Crowns, Extractions, Topical Fluoride Application
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on thorough examination findings
- Diagnosed and treated oral diseases and condition
