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Carolyn Leer

Schererville,IN

Summary

Reliable Dental Assistant with strong knowledge of dentistry practices. Well-rounded professional skilled handling multiple tasks, including making dental impressions, sterilizing stations and taking X-rays. Highly organized with experience in charting and preparing patient treatment plans. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Dental Assistant

Dr. Walter B. Busse
So. Holland, Illinois
07.1993 - 06.2000
  • Assisted the dentist in preparing and providing surgical dental treatments, such as root canals, extractions, implants, and periodontal surgery.
  • Prepared patient for surgery by taking medical history, recording vital signs, and administering local anesthetic.
  • Set up instruments and equipment for surgical procedures according to established protocols.
  • Provided post-operative instructions to patients regarding care of oral tissues and wound healing.
  • Maintained sterilization techniques to ensure a safe environment for both staff and patients.
  • Performed routine laboratory tasks including impressions, x-rays, and charting of teeth.
  • Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques before or after surgeries.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks of supplies needed for surgery.
  • Organized charts accurately with all necessary information prior to patient visits.
  • Administered nitrous oxide sedation to help relieve anxiety during treatment.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient histories, treatments performed, medications administered.
  • Followed infection control protocol when handling contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines.
  • Ensured that all instruments were properly cleaned before sterilization process was initiated.
  • Provided support services such as scheduling appointments or answering telephone inquiries from patients.
  • Greeted patients warmly upon arrival at office and provided them with comfort items like blankets or pillows.
  • Collaborated with other members of healthcare team in order to provide quality care for patients undergoing surgery.
  • Assisted dentist with completing procedures.
  • Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
  • Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
  • Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
  • Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.

Dental Assistant

Dr. David Daley
Chandler, AZ
06.1987 - 06.1993
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.

Education

Certification Diploma, Radiology Certificate - Dental Assisting

Apollo College of Medical And Dental Careers
Mesa, AZ
06-1986

Skills

  • Suture Removal
  • Wound Dressing
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Dental Impressions
  • Patient Care
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Inventory Management
  • Instrument Tray Preparation
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Taking Medical and Dental Histories
  • Excellent Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Dental Billing
  • Oral Surgery
  • Personable Communication
  • Taking X-Rays
  • Treatment Room Breakdown
  • Autoclave Operation
  • Professionalism
  • Disinfection and Sterilization
  • Patient Recordkeeping

Timeline

Surgical Dental Assistant

Dr. Walter B. Busse
07.1993 - 06.2000

Dental Assistant

Dr. David Daley
06.1987 - 06.1993

Certification Diploma, Radiology Certificate - Dental Assisting

Apollo College of Medical And Dental Careers

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