Elizabeth Kohler
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Driven Dental Assistant Intern with experience at Tooth Town Pediatric Dentistry, showcasing expertise in sterilization techniques and a knack for creating positive patient relationships. Excelled in pediatric dentistry through effective collaboration and a customer-centric approach, significantly enhancing patient experiences and operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant Intern
Tooth Town Pediatric Dentistry
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Utilized appropriate sterilization of dental tools and equipment, sanitized treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with the dental team members.
- Assisted chairside with dentist and dental assistant, by transferring appropriate instruments and materials for restorative procedures.
- Reviewed treatment and patient chart, then prepared appropriate materials and instruments prior to dental procedures.
- Built trusting relationships with patients by listening empathetically, displaying positive communication, and seeking answers to procedural concerns.
Dental Assistant Intern
Family Dentistry at CIC
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Prepared dental rooms and materials.
- Kept work areas clean, sanitized and organized to minimize infection risk.
- Shadowed dentist and dental assistant conducting restorative procedures like root canals, extractions, composites, and impressions.
ESL Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
01.2013 - 09.2018
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
Education
Dental Assistant I Completion -
D.A. Academy of North Carolina
Charlotte, NC06.2024
Master's Of Social Work -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Double Major: Criminal Justice, Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA08.2005
Skills
- Customer service skills
- Sterilization techniques
- Dental Materials Knowledge
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Treatment room setup
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant I
- Dental Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
- CPR
Timeline
Dental Assistant Intern
Tooth Town Pediatric Dentistry
05.2024 - 06.2024
Dental Assistant Intern
Family Dentistry at CIC
05.2024 - 05.2024
ESL Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
01.2013 - 09.2018
Dental Assistant I Completion -
D.A. Academy of North Carolina
Master's Of Social Work -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Double Major: Criminal Justice, Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University