Chelsea Coleman
Benton,AR
Summary
Patient-oriented dental assistant bringing several years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Impact Oral Surgery
Bryant, AR
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentist in the administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation.
- Documented all treatment plans in patient records according to office standards.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration.
- Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
- Maintained inventory of supplies used during treatments.
- Took intraoral radiographs using digital X-ray equipment per doctor's orders.
- Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
- Educated patients on post-operative instructions regarding diet, medications and activities.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment in accordance with established protocols.
- Reviewed medical histories with each patient before beginning a new course of treatment.
- Obtained informed consent forms from patients prior to performing any treatment procedure.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Registered Dental Assistant
Hamilton Family Dentistry
Bryant
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted dentist in the administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation.
- Documented all treatment plans in patient records according to office standards.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration.
- Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
- Took intraoral radiographs using digital X-ray equipment per doctor's orders.
- Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment in accordance with established protocols.
- Provided instruction to patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
- Organized lab cases for dentists by tracking progress throughout production cycle until delivery back to practice.
- Performed routine laboratory functions, including taking alginate impressions for study models.
- Fabricated provisional crowns, bleaching trays and custom impression trays from alginate impressions or stone casts when necessary.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Supported dentist with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, applied dental fillings, placed temporary crowns and seated permanent crowns.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
Registered Dental Assistant
Bethel Smiles
Benton, AR
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Assisted dentist in the administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation.
- Documented all treatment plans in patient records according to office standards.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration.
- Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
- Maintained inventory of supplies used during treatments.
- Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
- Managed the front desk operations by answering phones, scheduling appointments and verifying insurance information.
- Reviewed medical histories with each patient before beginning a new course of treatment.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Supported dentist with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
- Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
Education
REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT - DENTAL ASSISTING
ARKANSAS SCHOOL OF DENTAL ASSISTING
LITTLE ROCK , AR10-2018
High School Diploma -
Benton High School
Benton, AR05-2009
Skills
- Exam room setups
- Oral Surgery
- Electronic Charting
- Dental Radiography
- Restorative Dentistry
- Patient Relations
- Four-handed procedures
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Orthodontic assistance experience
- Dental procedure assistance
- Time Management Capabilities
- Equipment Sterilization
- Inventory Management
- Dental impressions
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Impact Oral Surgery
01.2023 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Hamilton Family Dentistry
02.2021 - 12.2022
Registered Dental Assistant
Bethel Smiles
07.2020 - 02.2022
REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT - DENTAL ASSISTING
ARKANSAS SCHOOL OF DENTAL ASSISTING
High School Diploma -
Benton High School
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