Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 10 years of experience managing operations in patient-centric Dental and Aesthetic offices. Successfully oversee human resources, budgeting, supply management and patient services. Develop and lead productive and efficient office staff. Contribute to high-volume Dental and Aesthetic practices by providing exceptional Patient Experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Manager
REIGN Dentistry and Aesthetics
09.2024 - Current
Addressed patient concerns promptly and professionally, demonstrating empathy and excellent problem-solving skills.
Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
Ordered all office supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Facilitated communication between staff members, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
Developed strong relationships with patients, ensuring a high level of care and satisfaction throughout their experience.
Increased patient satisfaction by streamlining appointment scheduling and implementing efficient check-in processes.
Coordinated with insurance providers to streamline the billing process and minimize any delays in reimbursement.
Treatment Coordinator
Paloma Creek Dental
07.2022 - Current
Improved patient satisfaction by effectively communicating treatment plans and addressing concerns.
Streamlined appointment scheduling for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
Assisted dentists in the development of customized treatment plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Explained treatment choices to patients and helped determine best options.
Presented financial arrangements clearly to patients, enabling informed decisions about payment options and timelines.
Clinical Oral Surgery Manager
ROOT Implant Ctr
06.2020 - 06.2022
Introduced and implemented new testing and interpretation procedures to maintain standards of care and meet quality assurance benchmarks.
Redesigned workflow processes for patient access and back-office, resulting in reduction of staffing costs.
Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical staff.
LEAD ORAL SURGERY ASSISTANT
ArchPoint Implant Denistry
05.2019 - 03.2020
Schedule appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, complete insurance forms, and maintain records, manually or using computer.
Utilized advanced knowledge of surgical instruments aiding surgeons effectively during critical moments.
Assisted oral surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical process for patients.
Provided compassionate care to patients during sedation, monitoring vital signs and administering necessary medications as directed by the surgeon.
Coordinated with other medical professionals such as anesthesiologists, making certain that all required pre-operative assessments were completed.
LEAD DENTAL ASSISTANT
Lost Creek Dental
07.2016 - 12.2018
Interview patients to complete documents, case histories, or forms, such as intake or insurance forms.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Perform various clerical or administrative functions, such as ordering and maintaining an inventory of supplies.
Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged return visits.
Due to living as a military wife for 16 years my places of employment have changed every 3 years due to change of duty station.
LEAD DENTAL ASSISTANT
Gental Dental
05.2013 - 06.2016
Schedule appointments and maintain and update appointment calendars.
Receive payment and record receipts for services.
Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.
Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
Education
Dental Assisting
BLAKE AUSTIN COLLEGE
Vacaville, CA
11.2010
Skills
CAREER OBJECTIVE- To provide high quality patient care and contribute to a team-oriented practice and to deliver personalized and compassionate care to patients
Knowledge of inventory control, patient relations, Dental terminology and procedures Along with Aesthetics treatment and procedures
The ability to learn new experiences and techniques
Inventory management
Broaden my career goals with new objectives and new experiences