Gessy Dieudonne
Medford,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. High-energy Dental Assistant desiring position in dental field. Offering extensive experience supporting patients and staff in fast-paced offices. Excellent communicator and diligent about providing detailed education to improve dental health.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Boston University School Of Dental Medicine
10.2019 - Current
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
- Supported seamless appointment scheduling by coordinating with front office staff on patient follow-ups and updates.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Assisted in the implementation of new technology for digital record keeping, streamlining office operations.
- Managed emergency situations calmly, providing immediate care when necessary before escalating to the orthodontist if needed.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Assisted in fabricating custom orthodontic appliances tailored to individual patient needs.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
Dental Assistant
Blue Ridge Commenwealth
07.2015 - 08.2019
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Education
No Degree -
Kaplan Career Institute - Boston
Boston, MA07.2010
Skills
- Patient Communication
- Orthodontic appliance adjustment
- Infection control proficiency
- Dental Assistant (DA)
- Active listening
- Dental software
- Empathy
- Adaptability
- Health and safety
Certification
- National Entry Level Dental Assistant
- CPR
- Dental Assistant Certificate
Languages
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Boston University School Of Dental Medicine
10.2019 - Current
Dental Assistant
Blue Ridge Commenwealth
07.2015 - 08.2019
No Degree -
Kaplan Career Institute - Boston
- National Entry Level Dental Assistant
- CPR
- Dental Assistant Certificate
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