Chasitty Newton
Farmington ,NM
Summary
Skilled in performing task successfully in a fast-paced environment. Ability to communicate effectively and world cooperatively. Strong determination to complete a task professionally and ability who work well with people. Quick learner that is seeking a position to grow current skill set.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Clark Family Dentistry
Farmington
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized intraoral cameras to document patient conditions for treatment planning.
- Operated sterilization equipment to maintain hygiene and compliance standards.
- Prepared examination rooms by setting up instruments and materials.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 15+ procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
Dental Assistant
Dentistry of Golden Ridge
Golden, CO
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
Dental Assistant
Moos Family Dental
Bozeman, MT
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Disposal of Hazardous waste in accordance with clinical protocols.
- Followed infection-control standards and sanitization protocols to safeguard patients and staff.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Fulfillment Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
Albuquerque, NM
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Operated handheld scanners to track merchandise throughout fulfillment process.
- Accepted, processed and quickly filled orders.
- Located merchandise from shelves and storage areas to fill orders.
- Coordinated with other associates on day-to-day work activities to drive productivity and achieve operational objectives.
- Kept assigned work areas clean and orderly to promote efficiency and mitigate risk of accidents.
- Verified items correctly matched to sales check for packing and shipment.
- Followed proper packaging requirements depending on order size and type.
- Wrapped and moved pallets to designated carrier area.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
- Being friendly and professional, and responding quickly to customer and associate needs.
- Collaborated with leadership to develop new strategies to improve fulfillment processes.
Cleaning Crew Member
Sage Janitorial
Albuquerque, NM
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Cleaned sinks, floors and mirrors to keep bathrooms sanitized and organized.
- Swept, mopped and sanitized wooden and tile floors
- Handles, used and stored hazardous chemical cleaners correctly to prevent injury or illness.
- Cleaned all assigned rooms per hospitality standards and guidelines.
- Created inventory checklists and stocked housekeeping carts.
- Removed trash bags, broke down boxes and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas.
- Responded to emergency cleaning requests to meet client expectations.
Office Assistant
Dzith-Na-O-Dith-Hle School
Bloomfield, NM
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Answered phone calls and welcomed visitors to office.
- Greeted visitors or callers to handle questions or direct to appropriate staff.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
- Answered telephones, directed calls and took messages.
- Delivered messages and ran errands.
- Communicated with customers and other offices regularly
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
American Institution of Dental Assistant
Albuquerque, NM10.2020
Associate of Arts - Pre-Health Science & Pre-Dental Hygienist
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05.2020
High School Diploma -
Bloomfield High School
Bloomfield, NM05.2018
Skills
- Good public speaking
- Patient Education
- Periodontics
- Knowledgeable of customer service
- Able to follow directions
- Data Confidentiality measure
- Excellent Time management
- Reliable Employee
- Patients Schedule Management
- Insurance Billing
- Dentrix & Open Dental Proficiency
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Call Handling
- Positive Attitude
- Strong Problem Solver
- Sterilization techniques
- Cross-training capabilities
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Clark Family Dentistry
08.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dentistry of Golden Ridge
06.2023 - 08.2023
Dental Assistant
Moos Family Dental
10.2021 - 05.2023
Fulfillment Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
09.2020 - 10.2021
Cleaning Crew Member
Sage Janitorial
12.2019 - 06.2020
Office Assistant
Dzith-Na-O-Dith-Hle School
06.2016 - 08.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
American Institution of Dental Assistant
Associate of Arts - Pre-Health Science & Pre-Dental Hygienist
Central New Mexico Community College
High School Diploma -
Bloomfield High School