Open To Work
Heidi Scharbrough
Tucson,AZ
Work Preference
Summary
Compassionate professional with background in dental assisting, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care coordination, dental procedure preparation, and infection control protocols. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring positive patient experiences and smooth clinic operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Oro Valley Pediatric Dentistry
Oro Valley, Az
11.2022 - 03.2026
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Supported dentists during examinations and treatments.
- Captured bitewing, periapical, panoramic, and occlusal x-rays for dentist review.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Guided patients in understanding oral hygiene and preventive care measures.
- Interacted with children to alleviate anxiety during dental visits.
- Administered sealants and SDF coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
- Set up treatment rooms for pediatric dental procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance office workflow and patient care.
- Monitored and ensured optimal inventory levels for dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Administered tasks such as appointment scheduling, handling telephone inquiries, and maintaining patient records.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Michael LaCorte, DDS
Oro Valley, Az
10.2015 - 11.2022
- Assisted in chair-side tasks during dental procedures, ensuring timely instrument delivery to dentist and effective suction management.
- 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.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted the dentist in a hospital setting.
- Assisted the dentist and anesthesiologist during anesthesia.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
Apollo College
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Chairside support
- Instrument sterilization
- Radiography techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Dental terminology
- Dentrix and Denticon proficiency
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Cross-training capabilities
- Patient education
Certification
- Arizona Radiation Health And Safety Examination, Dental Assisting National Board, Inc
- Arizona Coronal Polishing Examination, Dental Assisting National Board, Inc
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Oro Valley Pediatric Dentistry
11.2022 - 03.2026
Dental Assistant
Dr. Michael LaCorte, DDS
10.2015 - 11.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
Apollo College