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Gretchen Olive

Hamilton,OH

Summary

Dental professional with solid foundation in dental assisting, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and collaborate effectively with dental teams. Known for attention to detail and excellent communication skills, fostering positive experience for patients and colleagues.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant/ Implant Coordinator

AOMS
03.2020 - 05.2025
  • 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 a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Collaborated with dental team to develop treatment plans, ensuring patient needs were met comprehensively.

Mental Health Assistant

Transitional Living
02.2016 - 11.2019
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate support and care in one-on-one and group settings.
  • Participated in staff training programs to expand knowledge of best practices in the field of mental health support.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring timely response and appropriate action during emergency situations.
  • Developed rapport with patients by actively listening and empathizing, fostering an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify individual needs and develop appropriate care strategies.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices through education on nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, and stress management techniques.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.

Third Key Holder

Claries
07.2013 - 01.2015
  • Opened and closed the store according to established protocols, ensuring the safety of all employees and assets.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong teamwork among staff members.
  • Addressed customer inquiries and concerns promptly, resolving issues effectively to maintain loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Built lasting relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms to benefit both the store and its customers.
  • Oversaw the processing of shipments, verifying accuracy of delivered items against purchase orders and invoices.
  • Assisted in training new team members, ensuring they quickly adapted to company policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies for achieving sales goals and improving overall store performance.
  • Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
  • Met sales targets consistently for each shift by positively engaging customers and delivering high levels of service.

Education

Hamitlon High School
Hamilton, OH

Culinary Arts Program

Butler Tech
Fairfield Twp, OH
06-2016

Skills

  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Task delegation
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient scheduling
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Patient relations
  • First aid training
  • Office administration duties
  • Goal setting
  • Relationship building
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Friendly and positive

Timeline

Dental Assistant/ Implant Coordinator

AOMS
03.2020 - 05.2025

Mental Health Assistant

Transitional Living
02.2016 - 11.2019

Third Key Holder

Claries
07.2013 - 01.2015

Hamitlon High School

Culinary Arts Program

Butler Tech

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