Deja Hyman
Columbia,SC
Summary
Experienced dental care provider with over 7 years of professional experience, specializing in clinical support and patient care. Recognized for exceptional communication skills, effective patient management, and providing technical assistance during procedures. Reliable team player dedicated to achieving positive outcomes and adapting to dynamic environments. Proficient in taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions, and supporting dental hygienists and dentists.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Lexington County Detention Center Medical
02.2023 - Current
- Process x-ray films by hand using fixer and developer solutions
- Assisted chair side with oral surgery procedures only, on inmates
- Working part time while still maintaining at a regular dental office
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Dental Assistant
Vista Smiles of Columbia
11.2022 - 03.2025
- Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography)
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Utilize so for patient scheduling and record keeping
- Experience with Nitrous Oxide
- Takes impressions of a patients teeth to make dentures and crown/bridges
- 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.
Dental Assistant
Today Dental Lexington
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Gained experience in exposing and processing X-rays, fabricating crowns, pouring impressions, trimming models, and assisting with extractions, fillings, local anesthesia, and suture placements/removals
- Lead over ordering supplies
- Well-organized with attention to detail
- Built a loyal patient following, frequently requested by patients to serve as their dental assistant
- Worked chair side assisting the dentist with routine cleaning and specialized procedures
Dental Assistant
Kids First Dental
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Perform oral prophylaxis, fluoride treatment, and sealants
- Assist with many complex patients, including special needs and highly nervous children
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities.
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child's oral health.
Education
Vocational Education - Dental Assisting
Palmetto School of Career Development
Columbia, SC10.2019
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
Rock Hill, SC06-2016
Skills
- Experience with softdent and Dentrix and eaglesoft
- Dental radiography
- Dental impressions
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Oral hygiene education
- Oral surgery assistance
- Inventory management
- Pediatric dental care
- Laboratory case management
- Chairside assistance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- CPR/AED
- Strong communication skills
- Problem-solving capacity
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Radiology Certification
- CPR Certification
- Radiation Health & Safety Certification
- Coronal Polish Certificate
- EFDA Certification
- Sealant Certification
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Lexington County Detention Center Medical
02.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Vista Smiles of Columbia
11.2022 - 03.2025
Dental Assistant
Today Dental Lexington
10.2021 - 11.2022
Dental Assistant
Kids First Dental
03.2019 - 08.2021
Vocational Education - Dental Assisting
Palmetto School of Career Development
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
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