Antoinette Jackson
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant with a strong background in patient care and office management. Expertise in supporting both routine and complex dental procedures while ensuring patient comfort. Proficient in dental hygiene practices and efficient in managing administrative tasks, contributing to enhanced overall oral health and streamlined operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
X- Ray Tech
Penn Dental Medicine
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.2023 - 02.2026
- Assisted in training new staff on X-ray procedures and equipment usage.
- Operated X-ray equipment to capture diagnostic images for patient assessments.
- Maintained accurate patient records and imaging documentation in the system.
- Collaborated with dental professionals to determine appropriate imaging techniques.
- Operated and maintained x-ray equipment, including adjusting exposure time and setting up necessary equipment for x-ray examinations.
Dental Assistant
Pediatric dental team
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Ensured compliance with all safety procedures to uphold workplace standards.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Assisted in managing dental and medical emergencies through CPR certification and maintaining emergency supplies.
- Documented dental services accurately by charting patient records.
- Documented dental services accurately by charting patient records.
- Provided timely information to patients and staff by addressing inquiries and requests.
Dental Assistant
Dr.Alfredo Alexander DMD
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Assisted dentist with extractions and fillings to ensure patient satisfaction.
- Prepared tray setup for dental procedures, ensuring all necessary instruments were available.
- Oversaw cleanliness of operatories and instruments, maintaining sterile environments.
- Prepared patients for dental treatment by providing comfort, seating, and draping.
Dental Assistant
David A. Bressler DMD, DDS
06.2008 - 08.2015
- Prepared patients for dental treatment by providing comfort, seating, and draping.
- Ensured clean, professional work environment to promote patient comfort and safety.
- Sterilized and delivered instruments to treatment areas while ensuring accessibility for dentists.
- Selected, mixed, and placed materials on instruments and in patients' mouths effectively.
- Exposed and developed radiographic studies, including pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
- Managed dental emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drugs, oxygen supply, and contact directory.
- Provided accurate information by promptly addressing questions and requests from patients and staff.
- Enhanced patient understanding of oral hygiene and postoperative care through effective education.
Dental Assistant
William A, Dodd DMD
05.1996 - 06.2008
- Protected patients and employees through strict adherence to infection-control policies.
- Maintained safe, clean working environment by adhering to regulations and protocols, ensuring compliance and safety for all.
- Protected patients and employees through strict adherence to infection-control policies, contributing to a safe clinical environment.
- Ensured dental equipment operation by completing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Managed dental supplies inventory by monitoring stock levels and placing timely orders to support efficient operations.
- Conserved resources by utilizing equipment and supplies efficiently for job completion.
- Enhanced professional knowledge by attending workshops and engaging in professional societies.
- Evaluated new equipment and techniques to improve operational efficiency.
Education
Dental Assistant Certification -
McCarrie School of Health Science & Technology
Philadelphia, PA04-1995
Skills
- 4 Handed Dentistry
- Infection Control
- Instrument Sterilization
- Cast/Impressions
- Diagnostic X-Rays
- Leadership
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- CPR Certification Adult and Children
- Real Estate License
- Xray certification
References
Available upon request
Timeline
X- Ray Tech
Penn Dental Medicine
05.2023 - 02.2026
Dental Assistant
Pediatric dental team
09.2021 - 03.2023
Dental Assistant
Dr.Alfredo Alexander DMD
08.2017 - 09.2020
Dental Assistant
David A. Bressler DMD, DDS
06.2008 - 08.2015
Dental Assistant
William A, Dodd DMD
05.1996 - 06.2008
Dental Assistant Certification -
McCarrie School of Health Science & Technology