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Ciera Strickland

Lithonia,GA

Summary

Multi-talented dental assistant with several years of expertise assisting with all areas of dental treatment. Committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists. Talented at closely monitoring patients during procedures to quickly address issues with pain or discomfort.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dentistry for children
Stockbridge , GA
06.2025 - Current
  • Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Managed patient records using electronic health record systems for accuracy.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's dental needs and treatment plans.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.

Dental Assistant

Pampered smiles
Atlanta , Ga
03.2013 - 05.2025
  • Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
  • Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.

Dental Receptionist

East Atlanta endodontics and microsurgery
Conyers, Georgia
06.2023 - 04.2025
  • Welcomed patients and managed front desk operations efficiently.
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow throughout the day.
  • Verified insurance information and collected patient payments accurately.
  • Managed front desk operations including scheduling appointments, collecting payments.
  • Verified patient's eligibility for benefits under various insurance plans.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans, medical histories, and financial transactions.
  • Collected payments from patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assistant, Expanded Functions

Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MO
02-2008

High School Diploma -

Ruskin High School
Kansas City, MO
05-2003

Skills

  • Chairside assistance
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Insurance verification
  • Infection control
  • Digital radiography
  • Patient education
  • Payment processing
  • Time management
  • Insurance billing
  • Dental procedure preparation

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Dentistry for children
06.2025 - Current

Dental Receptionist

East Atlanta endodontics and microsurgery
06.2023 - 04.2025

Dental Assistant

Pampered smiles
03.2013 - 05.2025

Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assistant, Expanded Functions

Concorde Career College

High School Diploma -

Ruskin High School

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