Coral Gilchrist
Tampa
Summary
Recent Medical Billing and coding graduate with a strong foundation in ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS coding. Motivated and compassionate with an understanding of patient records, insurance verification, and healthcare terminology. Recognized for fast learning, a commitment to high quality patient care, time management and organization.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental assistant
Esi Dentistry
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted dentist during general and surgical procedures to ensure patient comfort and procedural efficiency
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments to maintain a safe and hygienic environment
- Educated patients on oral hygiene treatments to promote better health outcomes and adherence to care plans
- Managed appointments scheduling and rescheduling
- Input treatment plans and went over with patients
Dental Assistant
Doerner Dental
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Assisted dentist during general and surgical procedures
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments
- Provided patient education on oral hygiene treatments
- Managed appointments scheduling and rescheduling
- Input treatment plans and went over with patients
Dental assistant and receptionist
Ellenton Family Dental
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted dentist during general and surgical procedures
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments
- Provided patient education on oral hygiene treatments
- Managed appointments scheduling and rescheduling
- Input treatment plans and went over with patients
Dental assistant and receptionist
Aspen Dental
03.2014 - 08.2017
- Assisted dentist during general and surgical procedures to enhance patient care and procedural efficiency.
- Prepared and sterilized treatment rooms and instruments to ensure readiness for daily operations.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments and equipment for daily operations.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments
- Provided patient education on oral hygiene treatments
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems to maintain accuracy and accessibility.
Education
AS - Medical Billing and Coding
Keiser University
Tampa, FL 02.2025 - 12.2025
EFDA Certification -
Erwin Technical Center
Tampa, FL 03.2013 - 03.2014
Skills
- Strong understanding of clinical procedures and documentation
- Patient confidentiality- HIPAA
- Patient interaction
- ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS coding systems
- Dental software
- Detail oriented
- Familiarity with Dentrix software
- Patient confidentiality
- Microsoft office
Timeline
AS - Medical Billing and Coding
Keiser University
02.2025 - 12.2025
Dental assistant
Esi Dentistry
03.2023 - 05.2025
Dental Assistant
Doerner Dental
10.2019 - 07.2021
Dental assistant and receptionist
Ellenton Family Dental
08.2017 - 08.2018
Dental assistant and receptionist
Aspen Dental
03.2014 - 08.2017
EFDA Certification -
Erwin Technical Center
03.2013 - 03.2014