Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Dental Assistant
Benevis
05.2021 - 10.2023
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Warehouse Worker
Yell-O-Glow
09.2016 - 07.2018
Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.