Assalah Mohsin
Waltham,MA
Summary
At My Dental Clinic, I excelled in dental radiography and patient relations, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient retention. My adeptness in equipment sterilization and creating a welcoming atmosphere significantly contributed to a safer, more efficient practice. Collaboratively, I improved treatment outcomes, showcasing my ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
My Dental Clinic
315 Moody St Waltham MA 02451
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- 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.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
- Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
- Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with dental team to develop treatment plans, ensuring patient needs were met comprehensively.
- Improved patient care with meticulous attention to instrument sterilization and preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Increased office efficiency by maintaining patient records with up-to-date information.
- Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
MCC
Bedford, MA05-2025
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Appointment scheduling
- X-ray processing
- Team collaboration
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - [State] Dental Board.
Languages
Arabic
Full Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
My Dental Clinic
10.2021 - 11.2022
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
MCC