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Christine Parker

Beulaville,NC
Christine  Parker

Summary

Motivated, dependable Dental Assistant with twenty years experience in a dental office environment. Offers expertise in utilizing clear communication and creative problem solving skills. Works well both independently or in a team setting. Very Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Knowledgeable in dental terminology, billing and coding.

Overview

20
years of professional experience

Work History

Lesan Famil Dentistry
Jacksonville , NC

Head Dental Assistant
01.2021 - 04.2022

Job overview

Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.

Morgan Family Dentistry
Jacksonville , NC

Head Dental Assistant
01.2018 - 04.2020

Job overview

Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.

Parker Dental
Jacksonville , NC

Head Dental Assistant
05.2005 - 07.2017

Job overview

Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.

Education

CE Ellison High School
Killeen, TX

High School Deploma
06.2001

University Overview

Skills

  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Insurance Billing
  • Dental Office Administration
  • Data Confidentiality Measures
  • Strong Writing and Verbal Skills
  • Electronic Charting
  • Data Verification
  • Payment Collection
  • Patterson EagleSoft
  • Medical Charting
  • Critical Thinking
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • HIPAA and Confidentiality Compliance
  • Billing Statement Management
  • Fee and Charge Computation
  • Superior Communication Skills

Timeline

Head Dental Assistant
Lesan Famil Dentistry
01.2021 - 04.2022
Head Dental Assistant
Morgan Family Dentistry
01.2018 - 04.2020
Head Dental Assistant
Parker Dental
05.2005 - 07.2017
CE Ellison High School
High School Deploma
Christine Parker