Fariba Mahmoodzad
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Compassionate Oral Health Therapist known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in preventive dental care, patient education and management. Excel at communication, empathy, and time management, ensuring optimal patient comfort and trust during treatment processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Oral Health Therapist
Peninsula Health
Melbourne, VIC
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with dentists to provide comprehensive care for patients' oral health needs.
- Created customized treatment plans tailored to each patient's individual needs.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and the importance of regular visits.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians and specialists to ensure continuity of care.
- Utilized a variety of dental equipment including ultrasonic scalers, curing lights and intraoral cameras.
- Performed routine dental cleanings, x-rays, fillings and extractions.
- Managed infection control procedures to maintain safety standards in the clinic environment.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene to promote oral health and disease prevention.
Dental Assistant
Peninsula Health
Melbourne , VIC
08.2017 - 10.2023
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Oral Health Therapy
Charles Sturt University
NSW10-2023
Diploma - Dental Laboratory Technology
Holmesglen
Melbourne, VIC05-2017
Certificate IV - Dental Radiography
Menzies Institute Technology
Melbourne, VIC09-2014
Certificate III - Dental Assisting
Canberra Institute Technology
Canberra, ACT01-2006
Skills
- Sealant Application
- Fluoride application
- Restorative procedures
- Extractions
- Pulpotomy
- SSC Hall tech and tooth prep
- Soft tissue management
- Special Needs Care
- Periodontal treatment
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dental Hygiene
- Fluoride Treatments
- Local anesthesia administration
- Case Management
- Patient relationship building
- Patient Assessments
- Dental Radiography
- Dental health promotion
Qualities
- Reliable/flexibility
- Team Work/Independence
- Confidence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Oral Health Therapist
Peninsula Health
02.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Peninsula Health
08.2017 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Oral Health Therapy
Charles Sturt University
Diploma - Dental Laboratory Technology
Holmesglen
Certificate IV - Dental Radiography
Menzies Institute Technology
Certificate III - Dental Assisting
Canberra Institute Technology
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