Angela Stears
St Louis
Summary
Driven Oral Surgery Assistant skilled in building great relationships with office staff, doctors and patients through active listening, issue resolution and decision-making talents. Offering strong background in patient education. Compassionate professional known for delivering kind and respectful patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Oral Surgery Assistant /New Patient Coordinator
Premier Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
06.2022 - Current
- Minimized complications during surgery by effectively monitoring anesthesia levels under the guidance of an Oral Surgeon.
- 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.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all surgical procedures, maintaining detailed records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning about new procedures and technologies, staying current with advancements in the field of Oral Surgery.
- Optimized inventory management through timely ordering supplies based on usage trends while minimizing costs where possible.
Certified Medical Assistant
Care Medical Clinic
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Escorted 30+patients daily to exam rooms upon arrival, applying time management skills to adhere to the daily schedule
- Successfully administered IM injections and Subcutaneous injections
- Headed and monitored all CET (Sanexas) treatments for patients
- Properly collected and prepared laboratory samples and accurately communicated laboratory results to patient
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Prevented errors in documentation by meticulously reviewing patient information for accuracy before entering it into electronic health record systems.
Lead Oral Surgery Assistant
St. Charles Oral and Facial Surgery
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided hands-on assistance in emergency situations, contributing to successful outcomes under high-pressure conditions. Verified patient information and entered in the electronic patient database
- Expertly managed difficult or emotional patient situations and responded promptly to patient needs, recommended products for patients home care
- Administered medications under supervision as per surgeon''s instructions, ensuring proper dosages for optimal results.
- Assisted the surgeon during complex surgical procedure under general anesthesia
- Able to provide patients with the knowledge associated to their specific surgical needs as well what they should expect for pre and post op instructions
- Provided visualization of surgical site using manipulation of tissue, suctioning and irrigation.
- Performed thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential issues or contraindications prior to surgery commencement.
Lead Oral Surgery Assistant
Midwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
08.2007 - 02.2018
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction by delivering exceptional care and maintaining open communication throughout the surgical process.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during sedation, monitoring vital signs and administering necessary medications as directed by the surgeon.
- Assisted oral surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical process for patients.
- Collaborated with dental professionals to coordinate comprehensive treatment plans for patients requiring oral surgery.
- Coordinated with other medical professionals such as anesthesiologists, making certain that all required pre-operative assessments were completed.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
05.2003 - 04.2007
- Greeted patients when they arrived to the office and helped them prepare for their surgeries
- Educated patients prior to the surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat discomfort and which side effects could occur
- Assisted the surgeon during procedures using the 4 handed technique
- Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures
- Prepared the surgical area by ensuring that all necessary dental instruments were sterilized and patients were ready
Education
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT - MEDICAL
SANFORD BROWN COLLEGE
01.2008
Skills
- Infection Control Training
- Medical terminology
- Anatomy knowledge
- Insurance verification
- Medical office experience
- EMR systems
- Transcription
- Vital Signs
- Patient Care
- Phlebotomy
- Experience Administering Injections
- Proficient in EMR charting
- Sedation Certified
- TMJ disorder treatment
- Dental implant assistance
- Suture removal
- Wound dressing
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Emergency management
- Nitrous oxide administration
- Maxillofacial trauma treatment
- Pharmacology
- Oral pathology
- Anesthesia administration
- Sterilization techniques
Timeline
Oral Surgery Assistant /New Patient Coordinator
Premier Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
06.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Care Medical Clinic
04.2020 - 05.2022
Lead Oral Surgery Assistant
St. Charles Oral and Facial Surgery
04.2018 - 03.2020
Lead Oral Surgery Assistant
Midwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
08.2007 - 02.2018
Oral Surgery Assistant
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
05.2003 - 04.2007
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT - MEDICAL
SANFORD BROWN COLLEGE
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