JA'Lyric Pettway
Mobile
Summary
Driven Dental Assistant Student at Accelerated Dental, adept in safety management and excellent communication, I spearheaded a team of 10 at Dickey's Barbeque Pit, enhancing efficiency and project delivery. Leveraging skills in multitasking and safety awareness, I consistently exceed employer expectations, embodying professionalism and a keen attention to detail.
Quick-thinking Dental Assistant Intern with experience scheduling appointments, filing records, charting tooth decay and maintaining dental equipment. Precise communicator skilled at working with dental team staff, entering patient data with accuracy and maintaining confidentiality. Highly adaptable with great problem-solving skills.
Knowledgeable Dental Assistant with expertise in supporting office personnel and dentists to care for patients. Detail-oriented in sterilizing and cleaning tools, equipment and surfaces. Ready to further develop skills and tackle new challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant Student
Accelerated Dental
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of new developments in dental technology through continuing education courses
- Removed sutures after dental surgery according to established protocols
- Greeted patients with a friendly attitude, ensured their comfort throughout the appointment, and answered any questions they had about treatment
- Operated digital x-ray equipment safely to take radiographs of teeth for diagnostic purposes
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety and efficiency at all times
- Performed basic administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, entering patient data into electronic records, collecting payments, and ordering supplies
- Assisted in the preparation of patients for dental procedures, including cleaning and sterilizing instruments and preparing trays of instruments
- Fabricated temporary crowns from pre-made forms or custom molds when necessary
- Communicated effectively with dentists regarding patient needs and concerns during treatments
- Kept accurate records of patient treatments, medications administered, and changes in medical history
- Took impressions of teeth for study casts or crowns using alginate material or other materials as directed by the dentist
- Provided chair-side assistance to dentists by handing them instruments during procedures and instructing patients on proper post-treatment care
- Welcomed, seated and draped patients to prepare for dental treatments
- Kept information confidential to maintain patient confidence and protect operations
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared dental rooms and materials.
- Accurately entered patient clinical data into computer to update charts.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Carrier
Lifesouth
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols
- Scanned labels on letters and parcels to confirm receipt
- Adhered to strict safety protocols while loading and unloading cargo from trucks and other vehicles
- Met schedules for collection and return of mail
Team Leader
Dickeys Barbeque Pit
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Successfully led team of 10 members to deliver projects on time and within budget
- Motivated team to achieve optimal results through effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Recommended changes in working conditions and equipment to increase business unit and team efficiency
- Administered and created training and awareness presentations or materials
- Established team goals, objectives and strategies for successful project completion
- Updated and enforced policies regarding employee conduct, productivity and performance standards
Customer Service Rep.
Alorica
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and communication abilities while providing accurate information to customers
- Performed routine vehicle maintenance checks such as checking tire pressure, fluid levels, and brakes before leaving on a route
- Obtained signed receipts for registered, certified and insured mail, collected associated charges, and completed any necessary paperwork
- Used financial accounting or spreadsheet software to calculate revenue, sales and expenses
Education
High School Diploma -
Murphy High School
Mobile, AL05.2020
Dental Assistant Certification -
Accelerated Dental Academy
Mobile, AL11-2024
Skills
- Safety Management
- Safety awareness
- Supply Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
- Schedule Management
- Endodontic procedures
- Dental terminology
- Scheduling appointments
- Chair-side support
- Sterilization techniques
- Dental staff assistance
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient recordkeeping
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient communication
- Treatment room setup
- Tray preparation
- Taking X-rays
Coursework
- BLS Certified
- X-Ray Experience
- Dental Impression Experience
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- CPR Certified
- X-ray Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant Student
Accelerated Dental
09.2024 - 11.2024
Carrier
Lifesouth
10.2022 - 03.2023
Customer Service Rep.
Alorica
12.2020 - 08.2021
Team Leader
Dickeys Barbeque Pit
06.2018 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Murphy High School
Dental Assistant Certification -
Accelerated Dental Academy