Cortney Rosenthal
Zimmerman,MN
Summary
Outgoing Licensed Dental Assistant with several years of experience working directly with patients to offer superior dental care by providing high level of service to meet each individual's needs. Organized when documenting patient information, preparing dental instruments for procedures. Expert at helping patients feel at ease by keeping cheerful attitude. Team player supporting coworkers and taking direction from dentist. Upbeat in high-pressure situations to promote positive work environment and patient satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Dental Assistant
Park Dental
Brooklyn Center, MN
07.2025 - Current
- Provided chair-side assistance to dentists during dental procedures, including patient preparation and instrument sterilization.
- Assisted with the fabrication of temporary restorations and prostheses as well as permanent crowns, bridges, and dentures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Licensed Dental Assistant
Chicago Lake Family Dental
Minneapolis, Minnesota
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Assisted Park Dental dentists during restorative and preventive procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments using infection control protocols.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Licensed Dental Assistant
Apple Tree Dentistry
Moundsview, MN
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported dentists during restorative procedures, including fillings, temporary crowns, permanent crowns, root canal treatment, and oral surgery.
- Delivered personalized education, behavior guidance, and emotional support during dental procedures to enhance patient comfort.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to help protect enamel and reduce cavity risk.
- Captured bitewing, periapical, panoramic, and occlusal X-rays and prepared images for dentist review.
- Welcomed patients to exam rooms with engaging conversation to ease anxiety before cleanings and procedures.
- Cleaned equipment, disinfected treatment rooms, and restocked supplies after each patient visit to maintain readiness for next appointment.
- Fostered patient trust through compassionate, attentive service.
Licensed Dental Assistant
Rhode Island Dental
Saint Louis Park, MN
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Coordinated patient care by efficiently scheduling appointments, educating patients, and performing 4 handed dentistry to enhance overall patient experience.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, root canals, oral surgery and implants.
- Maintained clean, sterile environment, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Created custom bleaching trays to assist with teeth whitening procedures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and disease prevention, promoting long-term dental health.
- Correctly arranged instrument trays prior to dental procedures and surgeries.
Dental Assistant
Community Dental Care
Robbinsdale, MN
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Prepared patients for dental procedures and treatment by greeting warmly, explaining procedure details and answering the patients' questions.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, root canals and oral surgery.
- Assisted doctors with chairside support during emergency procedures, ensuring timely and effective patient care.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure care to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using Open Dental.
- Conducted inventory checks and ordered supplies to ensure consistent availability and readiness for patient treatments.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN07-2017
Skills
- Self-motivation
- Reliability
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Compassionate care
- Interpersonal skills
- Patient management
- Chairside support
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Dental charting
- Restorative procedures
- Dental impressions
- Inventory management
- Digital radiography
- Sterilization techniques
Personal Information
- Availability: Willing to relocate to: Brooklyn Center, MN
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- Restorative Functions Certification
- BLS Certification
- EFDA Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant
Timeline
Licensed Dental Assistant
Park Dental
07.2025 - Current
Licensed Dental Assistant
Chicago Lake Family Dental
01.2022 - 07.2024
Licensed Dental Assistant
Apple Tree Dentistry
07.2019 - 03.2020
Licensed Dental Assistant
Rhode Island Dental
01.2019 - 09.2019
Dental Assistant
Community Dental Care
08.2017 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Century College