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Hanna Goodson

Winfield,MO

Summary

Patient-oriented Dental Assistant bringing over six years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dardenne Dental Arts
O'Fallon, MO
06.2020 - Current
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
  • Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.

Dental Assistant

North West Oral Surgery
O'Fallon, MO
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.

Dental Assistant

St Louis pediatric
O'Fallon, MO
12.2017 - 08.2018
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
  • Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
  • Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
  • Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
  • Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.

Education

Dental Assisting Certificate

Dental Careers Institute
O'Fallon MO
11-2017

Skills

  • Dental Hygiene
  • Clinical Support
  • Patient Education
  • Procedure Support
  • Patient Relations
  • Instrument preparation
  • Patient Services
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Patient Counseling
  • Inventory Management
  • Oral Surgery
  • Dental impressions
  • Exam room setups
  • Proficient in Eaglesoft
  • Dental Radiography
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Medical Records Management
  • Infection control procedures
  • X-Ray Processing
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Electronic Charting
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Taking X-rays

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Dardenne Dental Arts
06.2020 - Current

Dental Assistant

North West Oral Surgery
10.2018 - 03.2020

Dental Assistant

St Louis pediatric
12.2017 - 08.2018

Dental Assisting Certificate

Dental Careers Institute

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