Aaliyah Bryant
Orlando,FL
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting, and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Classic Smiles
01.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Service Team Member
Mcdonalds
03.2020 - Current
- Broke down, cleaned, and sanitized work stations before meal service
- Protected the establishment's customers by keeping work areas, utensils and dishes clean and sterilized
- Served food to customers, maintained guest satisfaction, and addressed customers' needs
- Completed assigned tasks with little or no supervision
- Provided great customer service daily
- Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management.
Dental Assistant Extern
Lancaster Dental
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepped Exam room quickly and efficiently laid out required instruments and supplies to reduce downtime between patients
- Assisted dental procedures performing four-handed dentistry, assisting with suctioning, holding retractors and suture cutting under dentist supervision
- Cleaned, maintained and sterilized equipment, including surgical instruments and other reusable equipment to reduce risk of infection
- Operated [Type] imaging equipment acquiring X-rays of patients while observing strict adherence to placement, safety and dental needs
- Prepared patients for dental procedures while maintaining compassionate, supportive relationships
- Answered inquiries, set appointments and performed data entry
- Assisted dentists and assistants with chairside needs such as passing instruments
- Outlined procedure plans to patients, helping to reduce anxiety about upcoming dental work
- Took, developed and documented digital x-rays of patients' teeth and gums
- Cleaned and prepared procedure rooms for patients following strict infection control procedures
- Monitored dental tools and supply inventory to report reordering needs
- Processed X-ray images for dental patient diagnostics
- Assisted dentists with routine fillings, extractions and root canals
- Protected patients' enamel by applying protective sealants and fluoride treatments
- Used proper PPE during dental procedures and X-rays to reduce risks
- Safeguarded patients and staff with correct application of aseptic techniques and sanitation practices
- Maintained patient confidentiality and privacy in alignment with HIPAA requirements
- Fabricated temporary restorations or custom impressions for patient needs
- Supported procedural needs with swift instrument changes, suction and surgical field management
- Educated patients on proper oral health techniques and suggested products
- CPR
Dietary Aide
Advent Health care center
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Cleaned dining room area
- Delivered dishes and trays at designated times with fresh food
- Helped maintain kitchen equipment and appliances by following routine cleaning regimen
- Prepared hot and cold food, following instructions and to safety and health standards
- Established and maintained safe, friendly atmosphere for residents and guests
- Prepared meals under supervision of dietary manager or cook
- Set up tables or other dining areas with attention to cleanliness and order
- Cleaned food stations and washed dishes, cooking implements, and silverware
- Prepared meals according to recipes and nutritional guidelines to support patients' dietary needs
- Assisted patients with selecting foods from menus based on dietary orders.
Education
Certified Dental Assistant -
Concorde Career Institute
Orlando, FLHigh School Diploma -
Jones High School
Orlando, FLSkills
- Great customer service
- Team player
- Organize supplies
- Organizing tray
- Sanitation protocols
- Inventory management
- Patient services
- Assist dentist
- X-ray patients, Exposure & Processing
- Equipment sterilization
- Chairside Assisting
- Scheduling and Appointment
- Patient Charting
- Instrument Sterilization
- Temporary Crowns
- Procedure support
- Instrument preparation
- Apply sealants
- Manage schedules
- Clean teeth
- Administering Fluoride Treatment
- Coronal Polishing
- Impression
- CPR certified
- Certified Dental Assistant trained
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Appointment Scheduling
- X-Ray Processing
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- Infection control proficiency
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Cross-Training Capabilities
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient Education
- Dental Material Handling
- Electronic Charting
- First Aid Training
- Restorative procedures
- Oral Surgery Assistance
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding
Awards
Dean's List, 03/2022, 10/2022
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Classic Smiles
01.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant Extern
Lancaster Dental
08.2022 - 10.2022
Dietary Aide
Advent Health care center
08.2021 - 08.2022
Service Team Member
Mcdonalds
03.2020 - Current
Certified Dental Assistant -
Concorde Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Jones High School
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