Angel Simpson
Joliet,IL
Summary
Compassionate Dental Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, dental procedure assistance, and infection control practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to ensure optimal patient comfort and support dentist's needs during procedures.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Assistant/Receptionist
Joliet Family Dental
Joliet, IL
10.2020 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Set up rooms for treatments such as composite fillings, root canals, deep cleanings, extractions, and crowns/bridges.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices with both hands.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Maintained a neat, clean, and organized environment throughout the office.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
- Polished teeth, then applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joliet Central High School
Joliet05-2018
Dental Assistant Class For 3 Months -
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILCoronal Polishing & Pit/Fissure Sealant Class -
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, ILSkills
- Patient Relations
- Patient Education
- Chair-side support
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Stress management techniques
- Dental procedure preparation
- Equipment Sterilization
- Taking oral X-rays
- Electronic Charting
- Proficient in Dentrix Ascend software
- Four-handed procedures
- Infection control procedures
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Team collaboration abilities
- Dental terminology knowledge
- Polishing and sealant certified
- Orthodontic care
Certification
- Coronal Polishing & Sealant Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Assistant/Receptionist
Joliet Family Dental
10.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Joliet Central High School
Dental Assistant Class For 3 Months -
Joliet Junior College
Coronal Polishing & Pit/Fissure Sealant Class -
College of DuPage
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