Alexis Aybinder
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Dental assistant with strong skills in patient communication and team collaboration at Remedy Dentistry. Enhanced scheduling efficiency through proactive appointment reminders, leading to a significant reduction in cancellations. Experienced in performing X-rays, maintaining a sterile environment, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Committed to exceptional patient care and resource management, with additional volunteer experience at Maimonides Hospital observing dental procedures.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant,
Remedy Dentistry
Staten Island, New York
04.2024 - Current
- Clean and sanitize dental instruments and equipment, prepare treatment rooms for the next patient, and replenish supplies to uphold health and safety standards.
- Maintain a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Provide chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
- Perform X-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists' evaluations.
- Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Prepare instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explain procedures and instruct patients on home care guidelines.
- Manage the inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Reduce appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
Dental Volunteer
Maimonides Medical Center
Brooklyn , NY
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed front desk operations efficiently.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Supported community outreach efforts by participating in health fairs and educational events.
- Documented and filed patient data and medical records.
- Answered phone calls from patients inquiring about services or making appointments.
- Maintained patient records including medical history forms and insurance documents.
- Observed dentists during examinations and procedures to learn about the profession of dentistry.
Dental Assistant
Kids Dental
Staten Island, New York
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted in dental examinations and treatments for pediatric patients.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials.
- Educated children and parents on oral hygiene practices.
- Provided support during dental procedures to ensure patient comfort.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained a clean working environment.
- Collaborated with the dental team to enhance patient care experience.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05-2029
High School Diploma -
Tottenville High School
Staten Island, NY06-2025
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Patient communication
- Determination
- Leadership
- Motivated
- Organizational skills
Languages
Russian
Timeline
Dental Volunteer
Maimonides Medical Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Dental Assistant,
Remedy Dentistry
04.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Kids Dental
10.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Nova Southeastern University
High School Diploma -
Tottenville High School