Danielle Gaddes
Nashville,TN
Summary
At Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center Inc, I spearheaded team coordination, enhancing productivity and work-life balance. My expertise in dental radiography and team collaboration significantly improved patient satisfaction and safety. Through continuous education, I mastered infection control, contributing to a more efficient and effective treatment environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center Inc
Nashville, TN
08.2004 - Current
- Coordinated team schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining a positive work-life balance for staff members.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, easing anxieties through clear communication about their treatments.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Maintained strict sterilization protocols, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff.
- Gathered detailed medical history from patients before beginning any treatment plan which contributed towards more effective treatments.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate dental assistance during various procedures.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing costs by optimizing order frequency and amounts.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry advancements and best practices in dental care.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, Type, casts and impressions.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to positive outcomes under pressure.
- Trained new dental assistants, providing guidance on best practices and ensuring high-quality patient care.
Education
RDA - Dental Assisting
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN04.2007
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Dental Radiography
- Infection control proficiency
- Sterilization techniques
- Infection control protocols
- Appointment Scheduling
- Dental impressions
- Treatment room setup
- Customer Service
- CPR Certified
Certification
Sealant
Coronal Polishing
Timeline
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center Inc
08.2004 - Current
RDA - Dental Assisting
Nashville State Community College