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Dionthe Hope
PHILADELPHIA,PA
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Temple University
Dental Assistant
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
City Of Philadelphia
Social Worker
01.2005 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts for better service accessibility and increased program enrollment.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
Education
Johnson C Smith UniversityCharlotte, NC
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science from Psychology
University Overview
- Dean's List [Semester and Year]
- Honoree of [Honor Name]
Skills
- Procedure Support
- Clinical Support
- Patient Relations
- Dental Staff Support
- Dental Radiography
- Client Advocacy
- Resource Navigation
- Life Skills Development
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Licensed Social Worker
- CPR Trained - (infant, child, and adult)
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Temple University
02.2023 - Current
Social Worker
City Of Philadelphia
01.2005 - 01.2020
Johnson C Smith University
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science from Psychology