Amery Clark
Oak Grove,LA
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Localize
03.2019 - Current
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Dental Assistant/Receptionist Administrator
Hood Dental Care
Denham Springs, LA
05.2021 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- 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.
- 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.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent interpersonal skills and genuine care for colleagues'' needs or concerns.
- Boosted company image by providing friendly, professional, and timely assistance to all visitors, clients, and vendors.
- Collaborated with team members on various projects to achieve department goals and improve overall efficiency.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of company events for improved employee morale and client relations.
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
Bartender/Wait Staff Member
Endzone Sports Bar & Grill
Sterlington, LA
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Assistant Manager
Croswell's Boutique 139
Bastrop, LA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Managed social media content for sale revenue.
Education
Bachelors in English - English
ULM
Monroe, LA12.2020
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Equipment Sterilization
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Dental impressions/molds and digital scans
- Appointment Scheduling
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding/OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Cross-Training Capabilities
- First Aid Training
- EDDA Certified
- Restorative, Endodontic, Oral Surgery, and Implant Dentistry
References
- Dr. Alexander Simon (225) 573-0384
- Dr. Amanda Sandifer (225) 270-8944
Timeline
Dental Assistant/Receptionist Administrator
Hood Dental Care
05.2021 - 04.2024
Bartender/Wait Staff Member
Endzone Sports Bar & Grill
07.2019 - 03.2020
Tutor
Localize
03.2019 - Current
Assistant Manager
Croswell's Boutique 139
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelors in English - English
ULM