Gina Elia
Sterling Heights,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented dental assistant with experience providing direct patient care and office management in busy dental practices. Trained in sterilization procedures and patient relations. Highly skilled in dental radiography and patient charting. Moving onto becoming a Dental Hygienist with expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, nonsurgical periodontal therapy and performing adjunctive services. Effective communicator with success in teaching patients and community about oral hygiene and care. Knowledgeable in identifying oral health issues, like tooth decay and lesions in early stages and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Diamond Family Dental
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Provided chairside assistance during all procedures, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction. I cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices. In addition, I also took radiographs and impressions.
Traveling Dental Assistant
North American Dental Group
04.2021 - Current
- Successfully assisted dentists by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties such as taking impressions, radiographs, scheduling patients, sterilization, and proficient with time management. I would explore different offices within the company and help out as much as I can. Along with front desk tasks, I also confirm appointments, verify insurance, and check patients in and out.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sterling Heights High School
Sterling Heights06.2020
Associates of Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI05.2020
Skills
- Local anesthetic proficiency
- Prophylactic procedures
- Nonsurgical periodontal therapy
- CPR/AED
- Fluoride Treatments
- Sealant Application
- Dental Radiography
- Impressions/Pour-ups
- Oral hygiene education
- Marketing/sales
Certification
Radiology certified — February 2021 - Diamond Family Dental
AED certified— August 2021 Northern American Dental Group
Human Tracking Training — October 2022 - MCC Dental Hygiene Program
Timeline
Traveling Dental Assistant
North American Dental Group
04.2021 - Current
Dental Assistant
Diamond Family Dental
08.2020 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Sterling Heights High School
Associates of Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Macomb Community College
Radiology certified — February 2021 - Diamond Family Dental
AED certified— August 2021 Northern American Dental Group
Human Tracking Training — October 2022 - MCC Dental Hygiene Program
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