Angela Westhafer
Silvers/Mohrfeld Family Dentistry
Shermans Dale,PA
1
Certification
22
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Dental Assistant skilled in sterilization techniques, patient education, and radiography. Committed to enhancing clinic efficiency and patient satisfaction through effective management and mentorship.
Work History
Dental Assistant
6 Years 10 Months- Assisted in patient management, ensuring comfort and understanding during dental procedures.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and equipment for efficient workflow.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices to promote preventative care and health awareness.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, enhancing patient flow and reducing wait times.
- Mentored new dental assistants, providing training on best practices and procedural protocols.
- Collaborated with dentists to document treatment plans and update patient records accurately.
Dental Assistant
13 Years 3 Months- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Analyzed workflow inefficiencies, recommending improvements that increased overall clinic productivity.
- 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.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
High School Diploma
Skills
Dental impressions ( Itero )
Dental radiography
Equipment sterilization
X-ray processing
Appointment scheduling
Professionalism and etiquette
Patient scheduling
Cross-training capabilities
Patient relations
Impression taking skills
Patient education
Dental material handling
Itero Scanning
Implant Coordinator
TMJ studies
Orthodontic Studies
LVI training
Periodontics
Pediatric dentistry
Oral Surgery
Endodontics
Restorative
Certification
- Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Silvers/Mohrfeld Family Dentistry
09.2019 - CurrentRead More
Dental Assistant
Flenniken Family Dentistry
03.2004 - 06.2017Read More
Hacc
No Degree from General Studies
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Cumberland Valley HS
High School Diploma
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