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Elizabeth Haley

Arlington,TX

Summary

Multi-talented Dental Assistant with 18 years of expertise assisting with all areas of dental treatment. Committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists. Talented at closely monitoring patients during procedures to quickly address issues with pain or discomfort.

Work History

Dental Assistant /Receptionist

Texas Dental and Implant Center
Fort Worth, TX
03.2009 - Current
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
  • Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
  • Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education

Trade -

Concorde Career College
Grand Prairie, TX
09-2006

High School Diploma -

Eastern Hills High School
Fort Worth, TX
05-2002

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Dental Assistant /Receptionist

Texas Dental and Implant Center
03.2009 - Current

Trade -

Concorde Career College

High School Diploma -

Eastern Hills High School
Elizabeth Haley