Courtnay Hagedorn
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Lincoln Pediatric Dentistry
Lincoln , NE
07.2019 - Current
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Cashier
Hyvee
Lincoln , NE
09.2017 - 12.2020
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business (No Degree)
Southeast Community College Area
Lincoln, NESkills
- Patient Services
- Dental Hygiene
- Patient Relations
- Patient Education
- Patient Scheduling
- Team Collaboration
- Proficient in Microsoft Applications
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Applications
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Chair-Side Support
- Strong Writing and Verbal Skills
- CPR certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Lincoln Pediatric Dentistry
07.2019 - Current
Cashier
Hyvee
09.2017 - 12.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Business (No Degree)
Southeast Community College Area
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