Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Timeline
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Caroline Nowak

Palos Park,IL

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dazzling Dentistry
06.2018 - 07.2022
  • 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.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • 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.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Aided in the development of staff training materials, fostering a cohesive team environment focused on continuous improvement.

Education

D.O. - Medicine

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Erie, PA
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Amos Alonzo Stagg High School
Palos Heights, IL
05.2018

Skills

  • Communication
  • Interpersonal
  • Attention to detail

Languages

Polish
Native or Bilingual

Certification


  • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Program
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program
  • OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard Training
  • Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Certification
  • Recognizing Child Abuse and Mandated Reporting components of ACT 126 of 2013 training requirements


Timeline

Dental Assistant

Dazzling Dentistry
06.2018 - 07.2022

D.O. - Medicine

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Lewis University

High School Diploma -

Amos Alonzo Stagg High School
Caroline Nowak