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Dental AssistantWork Type
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On-SiteLocation: Gresham, OR
Open to relocation: No
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Hannah Schaff
Dental Assistant
Gresham,OR
Work Preference
Summary
Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Wallace Medical & Dental
Portland, Oregon
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Organized dental instruments and equipment on trays prior to procedures to ensure efficiency.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and answer questions.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
Dental Assistant Extern
Dreamworks Dental
Gresham, Oregon
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Supported dental procedures by preparing instruments and materials.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the clinic environment.
- Assisted dentists in procedures by preparing instruments and materials.
- Maintained cleanliness and sterilization of dental tools and work areas.
- Performed X-rays and dental charting.
- Took impressions of teeth for crowns or bridges.
- Assisted dentist during dental procedures such as fillings, extractions and root canals.
- Organized materials needed for each procedure according to the dentist's specifications.
- Operated suction devices during procedures to keep the mouth clear of saliva or debris.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information at all times.
- Assisted with laboratory work such as making temporary crowns or whitening trays.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Administered x-rays under supervision.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Discussed patient needs and expectations.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Assisted dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Applied topical anesthetics to gums or cavity-preventive agents to teeth at the dentist's direction.
- Enhanced patient experiences by providing compassionate and effective support during visits.
- Ensured patient comfort before, during, and after dental procedures.
- Took and recorded patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Assisted in updating and maintaining patient dental records.
- Participated in dental procedure preparations by mixing fillings and other materials.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of dental instruments and procedures.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
Education
Certificate - Dental Assistant Program
Carrington College
Portland, OR 04.2022 - 12.2022
Sam Barlow
Gresham, ORSkills
- X-ray imaging
- Procedure assistance
- Record keeping
- Patient education
Certification
- X-ray
- HIPAA
- CPR/BLS
Accomplishments
- Golden Tackle Box Award July 2026
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Wallace Medical & Dental
11.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant Extern
Dreamworks Dental
07.2023 - 09.2023
Certificate - Dental Assistant Program
Carrington College
04.2022 - 12.2022
Sam Barlow