Charity Hahaj
Fernandina Beach,FL
Summary
Dedicated dental assistant with 13 years of experience across three states, recognized for enhancing patient care through efficient coordination and support. Proven expertise in managing patient records, preparing treatment rooms, and implementing infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and sterile environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills foster positive patient experiences and seamless clinic operations. Committed to continuous improvement in service delivery to maximize patient satisfaction.
Certified through the Dental Assisting National Board 1999-2004.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant/Administrative Assistant
Dr. Martin Diamond
Hot Springs, VA
02.2003 - 05.2005
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Bilal Saib
Raleigh, NC
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Gave patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
- Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Education
Business
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARSkills
- Instrument preparation
- Dental impressions
- Continuing education commitment
- Dental records
- Periodontal treatment assistance
- Patient record maintenance
- Infection control proficiency
- Restorative procedures
- Patient data gathering
- Inventory management
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Dental staff support
- Complex Problem-solving
- OSHA regulations
- Radiography safety
- Restorative dentistry support
- Surgical setup
- Oral surgery
- Preventive dentistry promotion
- Team collaboration abilities
- Four-handed procedures
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Treatment room breakdown
- Infection control procedures
- Appointment scheduling
- Prosthodontics treatment support
- Patient counseling
- Chair side assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Dental material handling
- Orthodontic procedure support
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
Rookie of the Year Runner Up Amelia Island Nassau County Association of Realtors 2020
Top Producer Amelia Island Nassau County Association of Realtors 2022-2022
Certification
Certified Dental Assistant 1999-2004
National Association of Realtors 2018-Present
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Assistant/Administrative Assistant
Dr. Martin Diamond
02.2003 - 05.2005
Dental Assistant
Dr. Bilal Saib
01.2001 - 01.2003
Business
Arkansas State University
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