Elliana “Ella” Cobb
Ormond Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic dental professional with extensive experience at Cooper Dental Group, excelling in expanded functions dental assisting and patient education. Recognized for delivering exceptional patient care and fostering teamwork. Proven leadership in training new staff and maintaining compliance with OSHA and CDC standards, ensuring a safe and efficient clinical environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Cooper Dental Group
Ormond Beach, FL
06.2025 - Current
- Train and mentor newly hired dental assistants, providing hands-on clinical instruction, guidance, and support to ensure consistency in patient care and office protocols.
- Coordinated patient treatment plans and educated patients on treatment options and next steps, fostering informed decision-making.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials while maintaining OSHA and CDC infection control standards.
- Delivered compassionate, patient-centered care, ensuring patients felt comfortable and confident throughout their treatment journey.
- Recognized for consistently providing exceptional patient care and creating a positive patient experience.
Dental Assistant Trainee
Cooper Dental Group
Ormond Beach, FL
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Completed comprehensive chairside clinical training while assisting dentists with a variety of restorative and general procedures.
- Assisted dentists during procedures by providing necessary tools and materials.
- Developed proficiency in four-handed dentistry, patient education, treatment room preparation, and instrument management.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring cleanliness.
- Recorded patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Business Team Member
Cooper Dental Group
Ormond Beach, FL
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed daily scheduling to optimize clinic workflow.
- Verified patient information and maintained accurate electronic patient records.
- Assisted patients with scheduling, insurance inquiries, financial information, and office policies to enhance patient understanding and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with clinical and administrative teams to facilitate a seamless and positive patient experience.
Sterilization Technician
Cooper Dental Group
Ormond Beach, FL
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Monitored sterilization cycles for accuracy and compliance with industry regulations.
- Maintained sterilization equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Trained new team members on sterilization procedures and safety practices.
- Cleaned and organized work areas to promote a safe environment for staff.
- Assisted in inventory management of sterilized supplies and equipment.
Education
Calvary Christian Academy
Ormond Beach, FLAssociate of Arts - Dual Enrollment
Southeastern University
Lakeland , Fl 01.2021 - 04.2024
Skills
Clinical
- Chairside Dental Assisting
- Four-Handed Dentistry
- Digital Dental Radiography
- Treatment planning
- Restorative Procedures
- Patient Education
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Instrument Sterilization
- Infection Control
- OSHA & CDC Compliance
Technical
- Dentrix Dental Software
- Curve Dental Software
Leadership
- Time Management
- Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Communication
- Exceptional Patient Care
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Expanded Functions for Dental Auxiliary (EFDA), University of Florida
- CPR Certified
Accomplishments
- Recognized and awarded by Cooper Dental Group for exceptional patient care experience
- Only student in the University of Florida Expanded Functions for Dental Auxiliary course of my year to earn a perfect score on both the written examination and laboratory practical.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Cooper Dental Group
06.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant Trainee
Cooper Dental Group
10.2024 - 06.2025
Business Team Member
Cooper Dental Group
01.2024 - 09.2024
Sterilization Technician
Cooper Dental Group
05.2022 - 12.2023
Associate of Arts - Dual Enrollment
Southeastern University
01.2021 - 04.2024
Calvary Christian Academy