Dental Assistant (Entry level) with experience at Caring Hands Of Maine Dental Center. Proven ability to manage patient comfort and support dental staff effectively. Great at chair-side assistance during typical procedures and oral surgeries, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for optimal patient care.
I have not been in a dental office since 2020 so I have some relearning to do. I am ready to put the work in to be back at the skill level I was before and ready to learn even more. I miss dentistry, the patients, work staff and learning a new skill daily. I am always ready to jump in to any task and willing to work hard.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Caring Hands Of Maine Dental Center
03.2019 - 02.2020
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Education
GED -
Ellsworth Adult Education
Ellsworth, ME
Skills
Instrument preparation
Skilled in managing stress levels to help patients