April Wood
Smyrna,TN
Summary
Skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Snoddgrass-King, enhancing patient satisfaction and increasing dental office efficiency. Mastered restorative procedures and excelled in patient recordkeeping, while demonstrating exceptional empathy and communication skills. Committed to advancing dental care through continuous learning and strict infection control protocols. Spirited Expanded Functions Dental Assistant offering 14 years of operating dental machinery and equipment. Superb organizational and chairside manner talents. Trained in radiography, dental surgery and hygiene.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Snoddgrass-King
07.2021 - Current
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by effectively addressing concerns and answering questions about dental treatments.
- Applied fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Supported dentist during oral surgeries, ensuring proper instrument preparation and sterilization procedures were followed.
- Built strong rapport with patients through empathetic communication skills, fostering trust in dental care providers.
- Increased efficiency in the dental office by assisting with chairside duties such as taking impressions and fabricating temporary crowns.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, safeguarding the health of patients and staff.
- Assisted in coronal polishing.
- Ensured smooth operation of dental practice by performing routine maintenance on equipment, identifying issues early on to prevent costly repairs.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Atkinson Family Dentistry
01.2013 - 07.2021
- Applied fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Supported dentist during oral surgeries, ensuring proper instrument preparation and sterilization procedures were followed.
- Built strong rapport with patients through empathetic communication skills, fostering trust in dental care providers.
- Increased efficiency in the dental office by assisting with chairside duties such as taking impressions and fabricating temporary crowns.
- Expanded knowledge of dental techniques and advancements by attending continuing education courses, applying new learnings to daily practice.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, safeguarding the health of patients and staff.
- Assisted in coronal polishing.
- Assisted dentists in complex procedures, ensuring efficient and high-quality treatment outcomes.
- Optimized inventory management by maintaining accurate records of supplies and equipment usage, minimizing waste, and ordering necessary materials in a timely manner.
- Ensured smooth operation of dental practice by performing routine maintenance on equipment, identifying issues early on to prevent costly repairs.
- Managed patient records with attention to detail, updating medical histories and inputting relevant information into the practice management software system.
- Assisted in administering nitrous oxide.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
Dental Assistant
MIddle TN Endo
09.2011 - 06.2013
- 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.
Education
Expanded Function Dental Assisting
Meharry Medical College
Nashville, TN10.2014
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Tennessee Technology Center
09.2010
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Motlow State Community College
Tullahoma, TN08.2004
Skills
- Dental material knowledge
- Restorative procedures
- Temporary crown fabrication
- Sealant Application
- Dental radiography proficiency
- X-Ray Processing
- Infection control protocols
- Appointment Scheduling
- Digital dental records
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient Recordkeeping
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Restorative Dentistry
- Treatment Planning
- Medical Charting
- Supply Ordering
Timeline
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Snoddgrass-King
07.2021 - Current
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Atkinson Family Dentistry
01.2013 - 07.2021
Dental Assistant
MIddle TN Endo
09.2011 - 06.2013
Expanded Function Dental Assisting
Meharry Medical College
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Tennessee Technology Center
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Motlow State Community College