Assisted in chairside procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficiency during treatments.
Prepared and organized dental instruments and materials for various procedures.
Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
Maintained accurate patient records and updated charts with treatment details.
Managed sterilization processes to comply with safety regulations and standards.
Supported the dentist in administering anesthesia and managing patient sedation protocols.
Coordinated appointment scheduling to optimize workflow and enhance patient experience.
Collaborated with team members to improve office procedures and enhance service delivery.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
Coordinated insurance verification processes to ensure accurate billing and minimize claims delays.
Managed patient scheduling to optimize office workflow and enhance patient experience.
Dental Assistant
Scarbrough Family Dentistry
09.2023 - 02.2024
Assisted in patient preparation and examination to enhance comfort and efficiency during dental procedures.
Maintained sterilization of instruments and ensured compliance with safety protocols for infection control.
Managed patient records and appointment scheduling using electronic health record systems.
Educated patients on oral hygiene practices to promote better dental care habits.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Education
Highland High School
Hardy, AR
Associate of Science -
ASU Midsouth
West Memphis, AR
Skills
Effective time management
Digital chart management
Oral health education
Strong attention to detail
Patient communication
Orthodontic support experience
Insurance claims management
Insurance claims processing
Skilled in prioritizing concurrent responsibilities