Genifer Bacher
Saratoga Springs
Summary
Diligent Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in dental assisting. Successfully supported dental procedures and ensured patient comfort, contributing to improved practice efficiency. Demonstrated competence in sterilization techniques and patient record management, consistently maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Elite Dental
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted in patient management, ensuring comfort and minimizing anxiety during dental procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing necessary supplies for efficiency.
- Supported dentists during examinations, providing chairside assistance and maintaining focus on patient care.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, reinforcing treatment plans and preventative measures.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting treatments and updating medical histories with precision.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- 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.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
- Intraoral 3D scanning for same day crowns
- Fabricate custom Essix Retainers.
- Fabricate temporary crowns.
- Scan/Design/Mill/Finish CEREC crowns
- Design and Print nightguards using PrimePrint.
- Troubleshoot/Maintenance of Cerec PrimeScan/Mill.
- Troubleshoot/Maintenance of PrimePrint
- Scheduling pick ups for all headpiece repairs
- Maintaining accurate infection control logs
- Scheduling and following up on all lab cases
- Ordering and maintaining all stock of all implant/smile design related products
- Coordinated all service/repair calls and appointments.
Dental Assistant
Canyon Crest Dental
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
- Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
- Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Dental Assistant
Dr Rodger Harding and Ryan Bott
03.2007 - 01.2010
- Assisted in patient preparation and maintained a sterile environment for dental procedures.
- Managed scheduling and follow-up appointments to enhance patient care experience.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices effectively.
- Operated dental radiography equipment to capture accurate images for diagnostics.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and best practices for patient interaction.
- Implemented inventory management processes, reducing supply waste significantly.
- Contributed to process improvements that enhanced overall clinic efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- 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.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Participated in community outreach programs, educating public on importance of dental health.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Dental Assistant
Stonehaven Dental
07.2006 - 02.2007
- Collaborated with dental team to streamline processes, improving overall workflow within the practice.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
- Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Dental Assistant
Penrod Dental Care
03.2004 - 06.2006
- Trained new staff on office protocols and best practices, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Increased office efficiency by maintaining patient records with up-to-date information.
- Improved patient care with meticulous attention to instrument sterilization and preparation.
- Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Assisted in patient management, ensuring comfort and minimizing anxiety during dental procedures.
- Supported dentists during examinations, providing chairside assistance and maintaining focus on patient care.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
Dental Assistant
Dr Georg Kiriak and Dr Montgomery DDS
06.2000 - 02.2004
- Assisted in patient preparation and education regarding dental procedures and post-treatment care.
- Maintained sterilization protocols and ensured compliance with infection control standards.
- Collaborated with dentists to provide chairside assistance during various dental procedures.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality chairside assistance during dental procedures.
- Provided post-operative instructions to patients following various treatments such as extractions or root canals.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Dental Assistant
Bright Now! Dental
08.1998 - 06.2000
- Assisted in patient intake procedures, ensuring accurate information collection and verification.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized instruments to maintain a safe environment.
- Supported dentists during procedures by anticipating needs and providing necessary tools.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow processes and patient experience.
- Excelled within fast-paced work environments under high-pressure situations without sacrificing quality care provided to patients during externship experience.
- Assisted dentists in various procedures, resulting in efficient and smooth appointments.
- Provided exceptional customer service through empathetic listening skills while addressing patient concerns or fears about treatments effectively.
- Performed basic lab tasks such as pouring impressions and trimming models, contributing to timely case completion for patients.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with dentists, hygienists, and administrative staff throughout the externship period.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing top-notch dental care during externship.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of dental assisting.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse patients of all ages during their visits.
- Prepared treatment rooms for procedures, reducing turnaround time between appointments significantly.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Dental Front Office Receptionist Extern
BrightNow! Dental
08.1997 - 06.1998
- Managed patient scheduling to optimize appointment flow and minimize wait times.
- Coordinated insurance verification and billing processes to ensure accurate patient records.
- Minimized missed appointments through consistent reminder calls or emails to confirm upcoming visits or reschedule if necessary.
- Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
- Collaborated with dental team members to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment at all times.
- Contributed to a pleasant atmosphere by greeting patients upon arrival, providing them with relevant paperwork, and guiding them through the check-in process.
- Handled incoming calls professionally and courteously while ensuring accurate message-taking for dental staff followup.
- Ensured optimal office productivity by maintaining an organized front desk area and keeping supplies wellstocked.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients to encourage loyalty, resulting in repeat visits and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Reduced patient wait times with effective communication between dental staff for prompt treatment coordination.
- Greeted visitors and patients to determine needs, check appointments, and direct accordingly.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Provided exceptional customer service through a warm and welcoming demeanor, promptly addressing patient inquiries and concerns.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
- Completed administrative patient intakes with case histories, insurance information and mandated forms.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
- Attended staff meetings, taking copious notes and brainstorming ideas to solve clinical issues.
Education
California State License - Registered Dental Assistant
Coastline
04-2002
Certificate - Registered Dental Assistant Coronal Polish Course
Coastline Regional Occupational Program
Costa Mesa, CA01-2002
Certificate - Registered Dental Assistant Preparation Co-Op
Coastline Regional Occupational Program
Costa Mesa, CA01-2002
High School Diploma -
Capistrano Valley High School
Mission Viejo, CA06-2000
Certificate - Dental Assisting-Clinical
Capistrano-Laguna Beach Regional Occupational Program
San Juan Capistrano, CA06-1999
Certificate - Dental Assistant-Business Administration
Capistrano-Laguna Beach Regional Occupational Program
01-1999
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Treatment room setup
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Cross-training capabilities
- Infection control proficiency
- Proficient in Dentrix software
- Proficient in PrimeScan 3D scanning
- Cerec crown design
- Digital Printing of Nightguards
- Create temporary crowns and bridges
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Elite Dental
07.2023 - 06.2025
Dental Assistant
Canyon Crest Dental
02.2023 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant
Dr Rodger Harding and Ryan Bott
03.2007 - 01.2010
Dental Assistant
Stonehaven Dental
07.2006 - 02.2007
Dental Assistant
Penrod Dental Care
03.2004 - 06.2006
Dental Assistant
Dr Georg Kiriak and Dr Montgomery DDS
06.2000 - 02.2004
Dental Assistant
Bright Now! Dental
08.1998 - 06.2000
Dental Front Office Receptionist Extern
BrightNow! Dental
08.1997 - 06.1998
California State License - Registered Dental Assistant
Coastline
Certificate - Registered Dental Assistant Coronal Polish Course
Coastline Regional Occupational Program
Certificate - Registered Dental Assistant Preparation Co-Op
Coastline Regional Occupational Program
High School Diploma -
Capistrano Valley High School
Certificate - Dental Assisting-Clinical
Capistrano-Laguna Beach Regional Occupational Program
Certificate - Dental Assistant-Business Administration
Capistrano-Laguna Beach Regional Occupational Program