Dejah Battles
Dental Assistant
Fordyce,AR
Summary
Dental professional with solid foundation in dental assisting, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and collaborate effectively with dental teams. Known for attention to detail and excellent communication skills, fostering positive experience for patients and colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CERTIFIED COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICE MEMBER
Arkansas Rural Health Partnership
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' SDOH needs, including socioeconomic factors, housing stability, food insecurity, transportation, and access to healthcare
- Based on evaluations, refer patients to appropriate community resources and services
- Liaison between patients and local social service agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations
- Advocate for patients' needs and rights to ensure access to necessary resources
- Educate patients and residents on health-related topics, preventive care, and self-management strategies
- Empower individuals to make informed decisions about their health and well-being
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to integrate SDOH considerations into care plans
- Facilitate communication and follow-up between patients and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care
- Maintain accurate records of patient interactions, services provided, and outcomes achieved
- Compile data on SDOH trends and community needs to inform program development and policy advocacy
- EngageAR will host a Member Retreat February 7-8, 2025; Members will be required to attend or complete an alternative activity
- Members may also be asked to serve during EngageAR Days of Service, such as Martin Luther King Jr
- Day of Service (MLK), AmeriCorps Week, Volunteer Week, Civic Season, and September 11th Day of Service and Remembrance (September 11th)
Dental Assistant
Gregg A. Alford D. M. D.
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
HOME HEALTH AIDE
Quality Senior Care Inc
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
CNA
Green House Cottages of Southern Hills
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting and transferring of clients
- Offered companionship and emotional support to clients while assisting with daily tasks
- Prepared beds and changed linens, maximizing patient comfort
- Assisted patients with bathing and grooming to encourage personal hygiene
- Successfully managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality service to all clients in a timely manner
- Utilized excellent time management skills to ensure that all assigned duties were completed within the specified timeframe
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients
- Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings
- Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams
- Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence
- Cleaned and sanitized medical equipment and rooms
- Participated in educational activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in nursing
- Followed manufacturer's instructions when using selected equipment, accounting for patient's size, preexisting conditions, and age
- Assisted with admission and discharge processes to provide continuity of care
- Interpreted and explained medical instructions to patients and family members
- Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor
- Ensured proper documentation of all treatments provided per hospital policies and standards
CREW MEMBER
McDonald's
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Maintained high-quality food preparation standards, adhering to company guidelines for safety and cleanliness.
- Helped maintain a clean and welcoming dining area for customers, boosting overall satisfaction during their visit.
CLEANER
Holt's Builder Supply
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
SECRETARY
King's Detail & Tint
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Education
Certificate in Dental Assisting - Dental Assistant
Accelerated Academy | Dental Assisting
Hot Springs, AR11-2024
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
TMU Arkansas
Rison, AR08-2022
High School Diploma -
Fordyce High School
Fordyce, AR05-2021
Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Managing PPE
- Time management abilities
- Personnel Management
- Performance monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Housekeeping
- Dressing assistance
- First aid and safety
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Cleaning
- Self-discipline
- Interactive communication skills
- Safety awareness
- Verbal and written communication
- Treatment room setup
- Dental impressions
- Sterilization techniques
- Infection control proficiency
- Oral hygiene education
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- AR Driver's License
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
- Certified Community Health Worker (Arkansas Rural Health Partnership)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Gregg A. Alford D. M. D.
09.2024 - 11.2024
CERTIFIED COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICE MEMBER
Arkansas Rural Health Partnership
09.2024 - Current
HOME HEALTH AIDE
Quality Senior Care Inc
03.2024 - 10.2024
CNA
Green House Cottages of Southern Hills
08.2022 - 10.2023
CREW MEMBER
McDonald's
03.2022 - 07.2022
CLEANER
Holt's Builder Supply
05.2019 - 08.2019
SECRETARY
King's Detail & Tint
05.2018 - 08.2018
- CPR/AED Certification
- AR Driver's License
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
- Certified Community Health Worker (Arkansas Rural Health Partnership)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Certificate in Dental Assisting - Dental Assistant
Accelerated Academy | Dental Assisting
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
TMU Arkansas
High School Diploma -
Fordyce High School
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