Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
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Claridiana Sans

Palm Springs,FL

Summary

Accomplished Lead Registered Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Dr. Mark Kuhl.DDS, enhancing patient satisfaction and maintaining rigorous sterilization protocols. Skilled in local anesthetic proficiency and demonstrating exceptional time management capabilities. Excelled in patient care excellence, significantly improving treatment outcomes through effective communication and orthodontic treatment assistance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Dr. Mark Kuhl.DDS
07.2010 - Current
  • Coordinated team schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining a positive work-life balance for staff members.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, easing anxieties through clear communication about their treatments.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Maintained strict sterilization protocols, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff.
  • Gathered detailed medical history from patients before beginning any treatment plan which contributed towards more effective treatments.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate dental assistance during various procedures.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.

Register Dental Assistant

Dr. Vogel
03.2011 - 04.2013
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.

Education

Associate of Science - Register Dental Assistant

New England College
45th Street Riviera, Fl
01-2006

Skills

  • Local anesthetic proficiency
  • Time management capabilities
  • Orthodontic treatment assistance
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Periodontal therapy
  • Patient care excellence
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Detail-oriented mindset

Accomplishments

  • Led implementation of digital x-ray system, optimizing workflow.
  • Improved patient education by working with dentists to create patient education program covering general dental hygiene and post-surgical care.
  • Improved exam room setup and breakdown, improving overall efficiency.
  • Led implementation of digital x-ray system, optimizing workflow.

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
  • Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
  • Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - FL Dental Board.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Register Dental Assistant

Dr. Vogel
03.2011 - 04.2013

Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Dr. Mark Kuhl.DDS
07.2010 - Current

Associate of Science - Register Dental Assistant

New England College
Claridiana Sans