ALANNA SOMMER-SMITH
Spring Lake,NC
Summary
Eager to contribute my skills and enthusiasm to a forward-thinking team where I can make a meaningful difference. Very dedicated and hardworking in all fields I’ve endeavored with a current focus to continue nurturing my career
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Douglas J. Knight, Dds, Msd
Tacoma, Washington
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Greeted patients upon arrival in a friendly manner and ensured comfort throughout their visit.
- Supported administrative tasks such as filing documents, updating medical records.
- Organized patient records and kept track of treatment plans.
- Ordered supplies for the office as needed.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as hyrax's or elastics.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times according to HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained inventory of all materials used within the clinic setting.
- Performed chairside duties including preparation of trays and passing instruments to the doctor during procedures.
- Prepared and guided patients for dental radiographs and photographs.
- Maintained sterilization of instruments according to OSHA standards.
- Provided patient education regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for patients based on availability of doctors' time slots.
- Answered phones promptly and handled inquiries from potential clients professionally.
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Facilitated communication between the orthodontist and patients regarding treatment progress.
Dental Assistant Externship
Shoop Dentistry
Federal Way, WA
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Administered digital x-rays (Full FMX)
- Entered patient data into dental records system (dentrix) and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Chair-side assisting in routine procedures
- Taking Impressions, pouring up models and trimming
- Sterilizing instruments, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Excellent patient care
Assistant Store Manager
Lucky Brand
Tukwila, WA
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Oversaw aspects of maintenance, inventory and daily activity management.
- Outstanding customer service
- Trained staff on daily duties and supervised and provided feedback to improve performance and customer satisfaction.
- Coached and developed store associates through formal and informal interactions.
- Set schedules and delegated assignments to optimize opportunities in the business
- Maintained high merchandising standards by building attractive displays and monitoring inventory levels.
- Managed inventory and stock levels in coordination with purchasing and receiving department.
Education
RDA -
OLYMPIA DENTAL ASSISTING SCHOOL
Olympia, WA04-2023
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (AA) -
HIGHLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DesMoines, WA04.2021
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-Oriented
- Honest and Dependable
- Quicker learner and Adaptable
- Quality Customer Service
- Multitasking and Organization
- Strong Team Player and Collaborator
- Orthodontic procedures
- Patient record organization and management
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient education
- Instrument sterilization
- Archwire changes
- X-rays (Panelipse and Cephalometric)
- Inventory Management
- Administrative duties
- Work planning and prioritization
- Computer literacy
- Payroll Management
Certification
- REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT, WA
- BLS CERTIFICATION, 2023
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Douglas J. Knight, Dds, Msd
05.2023 - 06.2025
Dental Assistant Externship
Shoop Dentistry
03.2023 - 04.2023
Assistant Store Manager
Lucky Brand
08.2021 - 01.2023
RDA -
OLYMPIA DENTAL ASSISTING SCHOOL
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (AA) -
HIGHLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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