Ashley Howell
Lilliwaup,WA
Summary
Reliable Dental Assistant with 2 years of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting with multiple-hand procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, medical charting and preparing materials for impressions or restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.
Enthusiastic management professional with demonstrated success supervising staff and building teams. Proven history of achieving sales goals by monitoring employee performance and coaching staff on effective sales methods. Skilled in solving complicated issues and making proactive operational changes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
OlympicSmileCare
03.2022 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Front End Cashier/Supervisor of Operations
Costco Wholesale Corp
10.2020 - Current
- Followed store opening and closing procedures to keep store secure and avoid erroneously setting off security alarms
- Created staff break and lunch schedules strategically to keep store adequately staffed for customer traffic.
- Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Front End Cashier Assistant
Costco Wholesale Corp
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
- Maintained organized and orderly front end and removed carts, baskets, and debris.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Peninsula College
Port Angeles, WA06.2022
Pierce College
Puyallup, WAHigh School Diploma -
Port Angeles High School
Port Angeles, WA06.2017
Skills
- Dental Chair Side Assistance
- Full Mouth Radiographs
- Medical Charting
- Motivational Leadership
- Retail Industry Experience
- Effective Working Relationships
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Superior Work Ethic
- Personable Communication
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
OlympicSmileCare
03.2022 - Current
Front End Cashier/Supervisor of Operations
Costco Wholesale Corp
10.2020 - Current
Front End Cashier Assistant
Costco Wholesale Corp
06.2018 - 10.2020
Associate of Arts -
Peninsula College
Pierce College
High School Diploma -
Port Angeles High School