Christina Mcdonald
Oroville,CA
Summary
Successful dental professional with 8 years of experience in fast-paced dentistry environments. Well-rounded with strong skills in taking X-rays, taking impressions and coronal/fluoride treatment . Flexible in quickly handling requests from dentist, colleagues and patients. Experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Chico Dental Arts
Chico, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
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Registered Dental Assistant
Western Dental & Orthodontics
Chico, CA
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
Registered Dental Assistant
Community Health Of The Central Coast
Templeton, CA
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
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Education
Dental Assisting - The Dental Arts
San Joaquin Valley College, Bakersfield, Ca
Bakersfield, CA12.1992
Skills
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Instrument Tray Preparation
- Sealant Application
- Crown and Bridge Construction
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- Radiographs and Coronal Polish Certification
- Sealant Certification
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Chico Dental Arts
02.2022 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Western Dental & Orthodontics
11.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Dental Assistant
Community Health Of The Central Coast
02.2019 - 07.2020
Dental Assisting - The Dental Arts
San Joaquin Valley College, Bakersfield, Ca
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