Briget Foster

Rathdrum,ID

Summary

Friendly dental assistant with several years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Dental Assistant

Legacy dental

Post Falls, ID

05.2024 - Current

Developed X-rays using digital imaging technology and processed them in accordance with safety regulations.
Assisted in the training of new dental assistants by providing guidance on protocols and processes.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient visits, treatments rendered, and payments received.
Managed incoming calls from patients regarding appointments or inquiries about services offered.
Provided chairside assistance to dentists during dental procedures.
Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
Actively participated in team meetings to discuss workflow strategies for improving productivity.
Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
Assisted with the setup of treatment rooms and sterilization of instruments.
Adhered to all applicable laws related to HIPAA compliance for protecting patient confidentiality.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
Organized patient files electronically within the practice management software system.
Instructed patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care.
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.

Front Desk Dental Assistant

Dr. Ebert

Coeur D'Alene, ID

06.2008 - 04.2010

Scheduled follow-up appointments for patients as needed based on doctor recommendations.
Performed administrative duties including filing charts, collecting payments and reconciling daily transactions.
Assisted with scheduling of appointments, managed phone calls and emails from patients.
Managed front desk operations efficiently by responding to incoming calls in a professional manner.
Provided assistance to dentist during treatment procedures, sterilized instruments and prepared trays for use during treatments.
Processed payments received from patients ensuring accuracy of entries into system database.
Greeted patients upon arrival, ensured all paperwork was completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Checked patients in and out, verified insurance and collected co-pays to keep business administrative and financial records current.

Education

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting

North Idaho Workforce Training

Post Falls, ID

09-2012

General Studies

MSU Northern

Havre, MT

Skills

Restorative procedures
Case Management
Patient Counseling
Patient Charting

Sealant Application
Four-handed procedures
Team Collaboration

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