ERIN BEDFORD
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Professional dental assistant with strong background in clinical support and patient care. Known for excellent communication, patient management, and technical assistance during procedures. Dependable team player with focus on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing environments. Skilled in sterilization techniques, radiography, and maintaining infection control standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
12.2019 - Current
- An Airforce Reserves Dental Technician with experience in providing exceptional dental care to military personnel in fast-paced, high-stress environments. Adept at supporting dental procedures, administering radiographs, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring patient comfort during treatments. Strong organizational skills and proficiency in managing patient records, appointments, and performing administrative duties. Committed to delivering top-quality care while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in line with Air Force Standard.
Dental Assistant
McGrady Dental Group
01.2024 - 10.2024
- A dental assistant working with pediatric special needs patients in providing comprehensive and compassionate care to children with physical, developmental, and emotional challenges.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
- Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and addressing their concerns regarding dental procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms efficiently before each procedure, setting up instruments and equipment as needed.
- Utilized digital radiography equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, effectively anticipating needs and reducing treatment times.
- Provided post-operative care instructions to parents or guardians, promoting proper healing and recovery after dental treatments.
- Ensured optimal oral health for pediatric patients with thorough teeth cleaning and fluoride treatments.
Temp Data Entry Clerk
LPL Financial
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
- Entered data into various computer systems accurately using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Verified accuracy of data entered into system to produce error-free reports.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Created and maintained data entry logs to track data entry activities.
- Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.
- Reduced turnaround time for projects by consistently meeting or exceeding deadlines while maintaining high-quality work output.
Dental Assistant
Gentle Dental
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, reducing wait times and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Education
Master of Science -
Chaminade University of Honolulu
06.2023
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Chaminade University of Honolulu
06.2021
Associate of Arts - undefined
El Paso Community College
06.2014
Skills
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Dental impressions
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient scheduling
- Infection control proficiency
- Oral hygiene education
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- Dental records
- Pediatric dental care
- Dental terminology
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Dental Assistant Apprentice Training - USAF
- Radiation Health and Safety - DANB
- Infection Control - DANB
- Coronal Polish - California Dental Certifications
- X-ray Certification - Professional Dental Enterprises, CA
- Infection Control 8 Hour Seminar - Professional Dental Enterprises, CA
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental Assistant
McGrady Dental Group
01.2024 - 10.2024
Temp Data Entry Clerk
LPL Financial
06.2023 - 12.2023
Dental Assistant
Gentle Dental
10.2020 - 10.2021
Dental Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
12.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Associate of Arts - undefined
El Paso Community College
Master of Science -
Chaminade University of Honolulu
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