Carlie Seay
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Results-driven dental professional with a strong background in assisting and supporting dental procedures, ensuring optimal patient care. Skilled in radiography, restorative placement, and chairside support, with a focus on effective team collaboration and flexibility in meeting dynamic needs. Recognized for reliability and commitment to achieving high standards in patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Cheyenne Mountain Dental
04.2019 - Current
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by effectively addressing concerns and answering questions about dental treatments.
- Supported dentist during oral surgeries, ensuring proper instrument preparation and sterilization procedures were followed.
- Built strong rapport with patients through empathetic communication skills, fostering trust in dental care providers.
- Skillfully managed dental emergencies, stabilizing patients and coordinating appropriate follow-up care.
- Expanded knowledge of dental techniques and advancements by attending continuing education courses, applying new learnings to daily practice.
- Optimized inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary dental supplies and reducing wastage.
- Achieved higher level of patient education on oral health practices by creating and distributing informative brochures and materials.
- Elevated standard of care by continuously updating skills and knowledge through professional development courses and certifications.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with various dental representatives for all equipment and supplies.
Pediatric Dental Assistant; Administration
Michael G. Wharton-Palmer, DDS
06.2011 - 04.2019
- 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.
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
- Expedited appeals process when necessary through comprehensive documentation support, improving likelihood of favorable outcomes.
- Enhanced claim processing efficiency by streamlining dental insurance billing procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2024
Skills
- Patient communication
- Adaptable to change
- Inventory management
- Relationship building
- Personable communication
- Document management
Timeline
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Cheyenne Mountain Dental
04.2019 - Current
Pediatric Dental Assistant; Administration
Michael G. Wharton-Palmer, DDS
06.2011 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management
Western Governors University
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