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ERICA MARSHALL-CRAIG

Portsmouth,VA

Summary

Resourceful and experienced worker offering expertise in customer service. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Handles multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Administrative Assistant

Greenbrier Dental Center
11.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and professional front desk support.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times.
  • Managed incoming phone calls, directing them appropriately to maintain professionalism and efficiency.
  • Supported staff members with various administrative tasks to improve overall workflow.
  • Facilitated smooth check-in and check-out processes for visitors, ensuring a positive experience.
  • Resolved issues promptly by effectively communicating with colleagues from other departments.
  • Educate, consult and present treatment plans
  • Collect all monies due for services rendered
  • Communicate with staff

Dental Hygienist

East Alabama Pediatric Dentistry
06.2016 - 08.2021
  • Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
  • Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
  • Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
  • Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.

Sales Associate

TJ Maxx
11.2014 - 08.2021

I assist customers with the latest fashion, maintain a friendly and safe environment, and assist customers with purchasing items from the store.

  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Garry C. Wright
05.2004 - 06.2016
  • Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries.
  • Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
  • Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
  • Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
  • Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
  • Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
  • Confirmed patient insurance benefits and checked claim statuses.
  • Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
  • Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance trainings.
  • Cleaned stains, calcareous deposits and accretions from teeth and beneath margins of gums.
  • Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.
  • Skillfully used hand instruments, ultrasonic cavitron inserts and prophy handpieces to remove hard deposits and stains from teeth.
  • Capably performed prophylaxis in the absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
  • Competently exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays (both intraoral and extraoral).
  • Evaluated oral and dental health.
  • Maintained clear, organized dental records and reports.
  • Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.

Dental Assistant/Dental Hygienist

Pediatric Dentistry
06.1996 - 05.2004
  • Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
  • Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies when necessary.
  • Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
  • Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Troy University
600 University Avenue, Troy, AL. 36082

Dental Hygiene License - Dental Hygiene

University of Alabama at Birmingham
1720 2nd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL. 35294
2001

Skills

  • Gentle patient care
  • Organized file management
  • Detailed patient histories
  • Proper telephone etiquette
  • Superior customer service
  • Certified in First Aid
  • Radiation Health and Safety (RHS)
  • Keeping patients comfortable

Objective

I am seeking a change in career where I can use my education and experience to help myself and others to be successful.

Additional Information

Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)

Timeline

Front Desk Administrative Assistant

Greenbrier Dental Center
11.2021 - Current

Dental Hygienist

East Alabama Pediatric Dentistry
06.2016 - 08.2021

Sales Associate

TJ Maxx
11.2014 - 08.2021

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Garry C. Wright
05.2004 - 06.2016

Dental Assistant/Dental Hygienist

Pediatric Dentistry
06.1996 - 05.2004

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Troy University

Dental Hygiene License - Dental Hygiene

University of Alabama at Birmingham
ERICA MARSHALL-CRAIG