Deja Holmes
Houston,TX
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant, seeking to bring to your organization enthusiasm, dedication and good work ethic combined with a desire to utilize my skills obtained through experience in the following areas: Microsoft Excel/ Word/ Outlook Dental Impressions, Dentrix, Patient Education, Chair Side Assist, Oral Anatomy SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE Sterilization Biohazard/infection control Instruments and tray setup Dental terminology Equipment maintenance cost effective techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD RDA
Spring Dentist
04.2023 - Current
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Used Prexion CT Scanner for all new patients
- Ordered supplies for general, endo, and oral surgery.
- Delegated duties throughout the office.
Periodontist Assistant
Ideal Dental
09.2022 - Current
- Assist with surgical procedures related to gums, tissue, and bones
- Retrieve patients’ records updating contact, medical history, and insurance
- Prepare surgical instruments for surgery
Registered Dental Assistant
Made Ya Smile Dental
06.2017 - 09.2022
- Prepare examination and surgical rooms by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place
- Prevent the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment
- Offer patients advice and materials necessary to maintain good dental health
Floor Supervisor
Summerwood Smiles Dentistry
12.2016 - 06.2017
- Oversee and train volunteer dental assistants
- Establish and maintain excellent relationships and communications with patients and employees
- Ensure the safe use of PSCC equipment/facilities and maintain OSHA and WISHA safety standards
- Evaluate adequacy of dental supplies, instruments, and equipment
- Present patient treatment plans and coordinate a referral system for patients in need of care beyond our core services
- Assist in front office duties as needed, including patient scheduling
- Assist in other duties as directed by the Dental Director.
General Dental Assistant/Preferred Oral Surgeon Assistant/, Preferred Periodontist Assistant
Brident Dental and Orthodontist
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Assist dentists during treatment procedures (preferred assistant of the oral surgeon and the periodontist)
- Experienced in Dental Radiology and Imaging (Dexis)
- Trained/experienced in molding and implants
- Trained experienced in Zoom Whitening
- Trained/experienced in Intra-Oral Photos
- Assists with the Periodontist and Pedodontist
Customer Service Representative
Toys R US
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, and automatic debit
- Provide customer service to customers and answer questions about products
- Return merchandise for the customers
Dental Assistant
Carus Dental
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Assisted the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Took and developed dental radiographs
- Prepared patients during and after surgery/ dental treatment procedures
- Educated patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health
Dental Assistant
South Texas Dental
02.2014 - 03.2014
- Completed 160 Hours of externship
- Took necessary X-Rays
- Provided chair side assistance
- Sterilized and disinfected instruments
Collections Representative
FMA Alliance
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Communicate with banks and financial institutions regarding customer accounts
- Locate and notify customers of delinquent accounts by telephone to solicit payment
- Answer customer questions regarding problems with their accounts.
Education
Remington College
Skills
- OSHA
- HIPAA
- CPR
- Relative Skills
- Laboratory
- Well-versed in preparing and maintaining instruments, equipment, and materials for dental procedures
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and mix dental filling
- Track record of providing patients with information about ongoing procedures and preparing them for treatment or surgery
- Well-versed in setting up x-rays and other dental tests
- Clerical
- Highly skilled in greeting patients, managing appointments and keeping treatment records
- Adept at ordering dental supplies and maintaining stock
Timeline
LEAD RDA
Spring Dentist
04.2023 - Current
Periodontist Assistant
Ideal Dental
09.2022 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Made Ya Smile Dental
06.2017 - 09.2022
Floor Supervisor
Summerwood Smiles Dentistry
12.2016 - 06.2017
General Dental Assistant/Preferred Oral Surgeon Assistant/, Preferred Periodontist Assistant
Brident Dental and Orthodontist
10.2014 - 11.2016
Dental Assistant
Carus Dental
05.2014 - 08.2014
Dental Assistant
South Texas Dental
02.2014 - 03.2014
Customer Service Representative
Toys R US
10.2013 - 12.2014
Collections Representative
FMA Alliance
01.2012 - 06.2012
Remington College
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