Personal development
Carrie Thompson
Registered Dental Assistant
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Dental Assistant who genuinely enjoys change, willing to expand my skills, knowledgeable of clinical procedures and dental terminology. Focused on providing exceptional patient care, hygiene, preventative techniques and enthusiastic about dentistry. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Brident Dental & Orthodontics
Houston, Texas
11.2022 - Current
- Take dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Prepare and position patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Manage office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.
Registered Dental Assistant
Royal Dental
Houston, Texas
08.2019 - 10.2022
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Registered Dental Assistant
TLN Family Dental
Houston, TX
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Lead Housekeeper
Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch
Pearland, TX
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Worked with the housekeeping team to ensure the highest quality of cleanliness
- Continuously made improvements to the overall community
- Lead/followed the scheduled tasks to be completed daily.
Food Service Aide
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, TX
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Assisted in the setup of food display and serving stations
- Ensured the maintenance of cleanliness in the kitchen area
- Expedited meals and prepared beverages.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Bassfield High School
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Pearl River Community College
08.2005 - 1 2006
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Houston Community College
08.2014 - 1 2015
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Houston Dental Assistant Academy
12.2017 - 2 2018
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TNL Family
Skills
Dental chartingDentrixDigital radiographyRubber dam placementImpressionsCustomer Service
Patient intake procedures
Equipment sterilization
Dental staff assistance
Dental impression specialist
Infection control proficiency
Dental radiography
Oral surgery
Full Mouth Radiographs
Accomplishments
- Mentored over 3 dental assistants.
Certification
RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
Interests
Traveling
Helping others
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Brident Dental & Orthodontics
11.2022 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Royal Dental
08.2019 - 10.2022
Coronal Polishing Certified
02-2019
Nitrous Oxide Certified
06-2018
X-ray certificated
02-2018
Registered Dental Assistant
TLN Family Dental
12.2017 - 12.2019
RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
12-2017
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Houston Dental Assistant Academy
12.2017 - 2 2018
Lead Housekeeper
Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch
02.2017 - 01.2018
Food Service Aide
Houston Methodist Hospital
12.2015 - 05.2016
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Houston Community College
08.2014 - 1 2015
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Pearl River Community College
08.2005 - 1 2006
High School Diploma - undefined
Bassfield High School
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TNL Family