Sherry Coraggio
Venice,FL
Summary
Multi-talented Temping Dental Assistant with 30 years of expertise assisting with all areas of dental treatment. Committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists. Talented at closely monitoring patients during procedures to quickly address issues with pain or discomfort. Successfully building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff. Expertise in assisting dentists and dental surgeons by prepping exam rooms, setting up for your basic filling to setting up for full mouth rehabilitation, or implant surgery with or without IV sedation or even nitrous. Well versed in infection control procedures and patient education.
Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Temp dental assistant
Venice , FL
04.1993 - 07.2024
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods,CT scans, to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth,or several of the digital scanners to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Supported dentist with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures. Implants, sinus augmentation, bone grafting, spin down for PRP and PRF. All surgery procedures. IV sedation
Scheduling Coordinator
Drs. Davis and Beyer
Venice, FL
04.1993 - 07.2024
- Developed effective scheduling processes to achieve production objectives.
- Assessed current inventories and brought in supplies to keep stock within optimal levels for expected demands.
- Utilized highly effective scheduling and interpersonal skills to cultivate and build professional relationships with company's management team.
- Managed scheduling of all procedures, appointments and surgeries for busy 3 million dollar private practice facility.
- Verified prices and computed totals to complete accurate invoices.
- Worked with suppliers to maintain steady flow of materials and tools required for operation to meet established schedules.
Education
Associate of Arts - Dental Assisting
Bradenton Manatee Community College
Bradenton, FL03.1992
Skills
- Patient schedule management
- Restorative dentistry
- Patient counseling
- Treatment room setup
- Case presentation
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Temp dental assistant
04.1993 - 07.2024
Scheduling Coordinator
Drs. Davis and Beyer
04.1993 - 07.2024
Associate of Arts - Dental Assisting
Bradenton Manatee Community College