Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Matrix Providers
1400 16th Street. Ste 400, Denver, CO 80202
07.2021 - 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.
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.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
Dental Assistant
Longo Orthodontist
Bellevue, NE
07.2020 - 07.2021
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.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Cashier Assistant
Bed Bath & Beyond
Papillion, NE
Met customer needs through polite, friendly and attentive service.
Maintained a clean and safe workspace, ensuring proper sanitation protocols were followed.
Handled cash drawer responsibly, accurately counting change and ensuring daily balances were correct.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Cleaned, swept, mopped, and disinfected shop area to maintain customer safety and health.
Worked with other associates to support cashiers and management needs.
Cleaned and sanitized cashier workstation and scanning area.
Demonstrated flexibility by working various shifts including weekends, holidays or evenings when required.
Counted cash drawers before and after shifts to verify accuracy and report discrepancies.
Reduced wait times for customers by quickly processing transactions and maintaining an organized work area.
Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
Assisted with restocking shelves and inventory management to keep the store well-stocked and appealing to customers.