ERIN HOWELL
CARROLLTON
Summary
Dynamic Certified Dental Assistant with a proven track record at the Federal Bureau Of Prisons, adept in infection control and patient counseling. Elevated patient care through advanced diagnostic imaging techniques and effective communication. Achieved notable efficiency in dental procedures, contributing to a streamlined patient experience. Demonstrates exceptional manual dexterity and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
11.2023 - Current
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies
Jewelry Consultant
REEDS JEWELERS
10.2019 - Current
- Handled customer inquiries professionally, resolving issues promptly to uphold the brand''s reputation for outstanding service quality.
- Boosted sales revenue through effective upselling techniques and in-depth product knowledge.
- Assisted clients with selecting the perfect jewelry pieces for special occasions, such as weddings and anniversaries.
- Increased repeat business by developing rapport with clients and following up on past purchases to offer complementary products or services.
Certified Dental Assistant
RHODES AND RHODES DENTISTRY
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
- Reduced dentist''s workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
- Managed patient emergencies calmly and efficiently, coordinating with dental team members to provide appropriate care.
Certified Dental Assistant
University General Dentistry
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Aided in the creation of custom dental appliances such as mouthguards or retainers by taking precise impressions of patients'' teeth.
- Maintained professional development through ongoing continuing education courses in dental assisting techniques.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Jewelry Store Manager
Zales The Diamond Store
07.2016 - 09.2019
- Increased sales by implementing innovative marketing strategies and promoting high-quality jewelry products.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client needs promptly and professionally.
- Oversaw store budgeting process, identifying opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining quality standards.
- Optimized staffing schedules according to anticipated traffic patterns resulting in reduced labor costs without sacrificing customer service quality.
- Developed employee training programs to enhance product knowledge and improve sales skills among staff members.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for employees, providing constructive feedback and setting goals for improvement.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL05-2025
No Degree - DENTAL ASSISTANT
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL12-2019
Skills
- Infection control proficiency
- Impression taking expertise
- Diagnostic imaging
- Dental radiography techniques
- Prosthodontics assistance
- Strong manual dexterity
- Patient counseling
- Dental impression specialist
- Nitrous oxide administration
- Patient schedule management
Certification
- Certified Administrative Dental Assistant (CADA) - Dental Assisting National Board, Inc.
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
11.2023 - Current
Certified Dental Assistant
RHODES AND RHODES DENTISTRY
10.2022 - 11.2023
Certified Dental Assistant
University General Dentistry
10.2021 - 07.2022
Jewelry Consultant
REEDS JEWELERS
10.2019 - Current
Jewelry Store Manager
Zales The Diamond Store
07.2016 - 09.2019
- Certified Administrative Dental Assistant (CADA) - Dental Assisting National Board, Inc.
No Degree - General Studies
Wallace State Community College
No Degree - DENTAL ASSISTANT
Shelton State Community College
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