Brittainy Claes
Essexville,MI
Summary
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Young S. Kim DDS
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Promoted ongoing professional development by attending industry conferences, seminars, workshops.
- 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.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 15-20 procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- 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.
- 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.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Dental Assistant
Gentle Dental
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
Shift Leader
Speedway LLC
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Improved team productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and task delegation methods.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, leading to reduced waste and optimized stock levels.
- Conducted regular evaluations of employee performance, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Boosted overall sales with effective upselling techniques and exceptional product knowledge.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
Education
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
Ross Medical Education Center
Ann Arbor, MI07.2019
GED -
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI05.2017
Skills
- Patient Counseling
- Patient Services
- Procedure Support
- Equipment Sterilization
- Inventory Management
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix
- Sanitation Protocols
- X-Ray Processing
- Dental Records
- Electronic Charting
- Infection Control Proficiency
- Treatment Room Setup
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
Accomplishments
I have several high academic awards from Ross Medical Education Center.
Affiliations
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Reading
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Young S. Kim DDS
12.2021 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant
Gentle Dental
11.2019 - 12.2020
Shift Leader
Speedway LLC
02.2017 - 03.2019
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
Ross Medical Education Center
GED -
Washtenaw Community College
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