Amari Thurmond
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Proactive Registered Dental Assistant and Educator with extensive experience in pediatric dentistry, classroom management, and daycare supervision. Skilled in dental procedure assistance, treatment planning, and patient care, as well as maintaining a clean, safe environment. Bringing strong communication skills and a commitment to health and safety protocols. 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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
FIRST IMPRESSIONS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
2021.07 - 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.
- Performed general chair-side duties for pediatric dentistry.
- Documented patient dental health information, and medical history.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Teacher
Ms. Nicholes Inc
2019.03 - 2021.09
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
- Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging cooperative play.
Daycare Teacher
Una Baptist Church
2018.02 - 2019.03
- Monitored each student's educational progress with individualized charts and files.
- Promoted emotional and social growth by implementing character education lessons and addressing individual student needs.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing feedback to both students and parents for continuous improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
Education
Tennessee Professional Training Institute
Murfreesboro, TNHigh School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
Nashville05.2016
Skills
- Multitasking Competence
- Time Management Capabilities
- Oral hygiene education
- Electronic Charting
- Patient care excellence
- Restorative Dentistry
- Dental procedure assistance
- Pediatric dentistry familiarity
- X-Ray Processing
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Sanitation protocols
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Appointment Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Dental staff assistance
- Proficient in open dental
- Dental Assistant (RDA)
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Treatment Planning
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Instrument Sterilization
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- sealants
- nitrous oxide monitoring
- coronal polishing
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
FIRST IMPRESSIONS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
2021.07 - Current
Teacher
Ms. Nicholes Inc
2019.03 - 2021.09
Daycare Teacher
Una Baptist Church
2018.02 - 2019.03
Tennessee Professional Training Institute
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School