Certified Dental Assistant with hands-on experience. Skilled at chairside assisting, dental radiography and building relationships with patients. Well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and enthusiasm to bring a strong work ethic to an excellent dental practice. I am interested in a full-time position to an environment that will challenge me further, while allowing me to contribute to the continued growth and success of the company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Hazel dell dental Care, Dr. Erik Jenson
Vancouver , WA
03.2019 - Current
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.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Education/Volunteer
Police Activity Leagues
Vancouver, WA
08.2015 - 06.2018
Company Overview: The Police Activities League is a community organization focused on making a positive impact on the lives of 'at-risk' youth in our community
Education/Volunteer
Boys & Girls Club
Vancouver, WA
01.2015 - 01.2020
Company Overview: Seeks to provide a positive environment, quality programs, and lifelong learning skills for all school-age youth in Vancouver and its surrounding areas, with particular concern for those coming from disadvantaged circumstances
Cashier/Server
Hawaiian Style
Vancouver, WA
08.2017 - 12.2018
Followed procedures for safe food preparation, assembly, and presentation
Maintained a sanitized work environment at all times
Built loyal clientele through friendly interactions and consistent appreciation
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Education
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Charter College
Vancouver, WA
09.2019
High School Diploma - General Studies
Hudsons Bay High School
Vancouver, WA
06.2017
Certificate of Completion - General Studies
Washington Youth Academy
Bremerton, WA
01.2016
Skills
Bilingual
Highly organized
Detail-oriented
Focus in busy healthcare environment
Dentrix software
Patient care
Patient education
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Hazel dell dental Care, Dr. Erik Jenson
03.2019 - Current
Cashier/Server
Hawaiian Style
08.2017 - 12.2018
Education/Volunteer
Police Activity Leagues
08.2015 - 06.2018
Education/Volunteer
Boys & Girls Club
01.2015 - 01.2020
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Charter College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Hudsons Bay High School
Certificate of Completion - General Studies
Washington Youth Academy
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