Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Work Study Student For Dental Hygiene Clinic
Pensacola State College
01.2024 - 05.2024
Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and students.
Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
Collaborated with team members on various tasks, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in different work situations.
Promoted a positive image for the dental practice by upholding professional standards in interactions with patients, colleagues, and community members.
Dental Hygiene Student
Pensacola State College
05.2022 - 05.2024
Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Eaglesoft
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized oral hygiene education.
Performed periodontal charting efficiently, monitoring patient progress over time and making recommendations as needed.
Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Captured patients' dental radiographs
Dental Assistant
Four Corners Dental Group
08.2018 - 02.2019
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Orthodontic Assistant
Wentz Orthodontics
03.2018 - 08.2018
Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
Increased overall patient satisfaction by promptly addressing any discomfort or concerns related to their treatments.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Sand Dollar Dental
08.2017 - 12.2017
Took alginate impressions for immediate dentures/assisted with mainly oral surgery
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Education
Associate of Science -
Pensacola State College
Warrington, FL
05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Coastal Alabama Community College
Bay Minette, AL
05.2017
High School Diploma -
Daphne High School
Daphne, Alabama
05.2013
Skills
Root planning and scaling expertise
Periodontal Assessment
Dentrix/Eaglesoft software proficiency
Sealant Application
Local anesthesia administration
Ultrasonic Scaling
Digital Radiographs
Oral Hygiene Instruction
Problem-solving abilities
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Communication
Team Player
Volunteer Experience
My Father's Arrow, Child prophylaxis, x-rays, sealants
Health and Hope, Prophylaxis and oral education/after-hours dental assisting
Timeline
Work Study Student For Dental Hygiene Clinic
Pensacola State College
01.2024 - 05.2024
Dental Hygiene Student
Pensacola State College
05.2022 - 05.2024
Dental Assistant
Four Corners Dental Group
08.2018 - 02.2019
Orthodontic Assistant
Wentz Orthodontics
03.2018 - 08.2018
Oral Surgery Assistant
Sand Dollar Dental
08.2017 - 12.2017
Associate of Science -
Pensacola State College
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Coastal Alabama Community College
High School Diploma -
Daphne High School
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