Dedra Patrick
Tarboro,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented dental assistant skilled in radiographic imaging and patient education. Proven ability to maintain a sterile environment and enhance patient experiences through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant II
Dental Care Center
Greenville, North Carolina
01.2026 - Current
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Assisted dentists during procedures and maintained a sterile environment.
- Took dental radiographs while adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Prepared examination rooms and organized dental tools for efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate patient care activities.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
Dental Assistant I
Morrison Dental Associates
Brunswick, Georgia
04.2015 - 01.2022
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Sterilized dental instruments and maintained cleanliness in work areas.
- Performed radiographic imaging following safety protocols and guidelines.
- Updated and organized patient records using electronic health record systems. using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow throughout the clinic.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide support.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured all instruments were ready for use.
Education
EDA Certification - Dental Assisting
Concord Career Institute
Jacksonville, FL05-2015
High School Diploma -
Brunswick High School
Brunswick, GA05-2010
Skills
- Chair-side assistance
- Radiographic imaging
- Instrument sterilization
- Electronic health records
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient education
- Patient support
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- OSHA regulations
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Dental impressions
Certification
- Basic Life Support, American Safety & Health Institute, July 09, 2026
Timeline
Dental Assistant II
Dental Care Center
01.2026 - Current
Dental Assistant I
Morrison Dental Associates
04.2015 - 01.2022
EDA Certification - Dental Assisting
Concord Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Brunswick High School