Sales Assistant

MELISSA A. PAPAGNO

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508-***-**** **************@*****.***

Summary

To obtain a challenging and rewarding position utilizing my unique skills

and training. More than 6 years experience in the medical field as both a

dental and surgical assistant. In addition, I have two years of successful

Dental Sales experience. Perform well under demanding work pressures and

execute efficiently in handling critical situations.

Work Experience

VOCO America, Inc.

Dental Territory Sales Consultant (December 2011 - October 2013)

This is a highly professional, technical sales position selling VOCO

products through our exclusive distributors, Patterson Dental Supply, Inc.

and Henry Schein. To promote our product range, I call on dental offices,

dental laboratories and dental schools. I also participate in industry

trade shows. I am responsible for product training at distributor branches,

co-travel with distributor sales representatives, educate dentists on our

materials and meet sales goals in the assigned areas.

Awards and Nominations

2013 Rookie of the Year Nominee

Oral Surgery Services, lnc. Woonsocket, Rl

Surgical Assistant (April 2006 - November 2011)

Oral Surgery Services is Rhode Island's leading oral surgery practice

striving to always perform

Complete surgery as well as offer cutting edge technology. Responsibilities

included assisting both

Doctor and patient before, during, and after procedure; developed a vast

knowledge of symptoms,

treatment and drugs. Well versed in pharmaceutical terminology as well as

extensive knowledge of

clinical procedures and medical terminology. Also experienced with

handling phone communications with clients, scheduling patients, giving pre

and post op instructions to both patients and families, and developed new

and innovative ways to market both our office and services offered.

Aspen Dental Attleboro, MA

Head Dental Assistant (November 2005 - April 2006)

Aspen Dental is a practice that offers everything from a basic cleaning to

specialized services.

Responsibilities included; assisting the dentist during a variety of

treatment procedures; Set up and

breakdown operatory post treatment; Take, develop and mount dental

radiographs; Manage infection control by preparing and sterilizing

instruments and equipment; Provide patients with instructions for oral care

following all dental treatment procedures; Educate patients on appropriate

oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; Perform various office

tasks as necessary,

Education

Bryman Institute Dental Assisting Certificate

2005

Nichols College Psychology/Marketing Major

2002-2004

CPR and AED certified 2011

Tufts University X - Ray certification

2005

Trained in 3-D imaging as well as trained in the use of CBCT imaging.

2010

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