Dai'Sia Charity
Henrico,Virginia
Summary
Experienced dental assistant with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care through effective teamwork and communication. Highly skilled in efficiently preparing exam rooms and ensuring the sterilization of tools and equipment, strictly adhering to infection control procedures. Demonstrates a proactive approach in problem-solving and resolving issues promptly, while consistently following established protocols.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
River Run Dental Spa
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Dental Assistant
Commonwealth Dentistry
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Took down patients' medical histories, documented current symptoms, and retrieved records from previous visits for dentists to review
- Taught patients about dental hygiene, pre-operative instructions, and post-operative care
- Took dental images while adhering to strict patient safety guidelines, which included warnings about risks during pregnancy, [Action], and the use of lead aprons
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prepare for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices
- Assisted dentists by handing them the proper instruments during procedures
Dental Assistant
Sparkle Pediatric Dentistry of Henrico
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Took down patients' medical histories, documented current symptoms, and retrieved records from previous visits for dentists to review
- Taught patients about dental hygiene, pre-operative instructions, and post-operative care
- Took dental images while adhering to strict patient safety guidelines, which included warnings about risks during pregnancy, [Action], and the use of lead aprons
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prepare for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices
- Assisted dentists by handing them the proper instruments during procedures
Customer Representative
The Home Depot
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Listened to the questions and concerns of customers in order to provide answers or responses
- Met and exceeded performance goals by approaching all interactions with an organized and relationship-driven approach
- Assisted customers by answering a wide range of questions about available merchandise, current prices, and upcoming company changes
Education
Dental Assisting - Certificate -
Fortis College
Richmond, VA01.2021
High School -
Highland Springs High School
Highland Springs, VA01.2020
Skills
- Dental radiography
- Dental staff support
- Taking X-rays
- Exam room setups
- Oral surgery
- Sterilization techniques
- Multi-Task Management
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Dental impressions
- Appointment scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Itero scanning
- Temp crown making
Certification
First Aid/CPR Certified
- Radiation Health and Safety Certification (RHS) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
Timeline
Dental Assistant
River Run Dental Spa
01.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Commonwealth Dentistry
09.2022 - 11.2022
Dental Assistant
Sparkle Pediatric Dentistry of Henrico
06.2021 - 09.2022
Customer Representative
The Home Depot
10.2020 - 06.2021
Dental Assisting - Certificate -
Fortis College
High School -
Highland Springs High School
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