Ellie Poulsen
Payson
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with proven expertise, excelling in dental radiography and equipment sterilization. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through exceptional communication and chairside assistance. Successfully streamlined processes, reducing wait times and improving overall clinic efficiency, while fostering a welcoming environment for patients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Cascade Family Dental
05.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, and impressions.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Sales Associate
Home Goods
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Payson High School
Payson, UT05.2024
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Great communication
- Chair side Assisting Doctor
- Punctual and reliable
- Treatment room setup
Certification
CPR Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Cascade Family Dental
05.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Home Goods
09.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Payson High School
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