Chelsea Dolan
Katy
Summary
Experienced Dental/Orthodontist Assistant with a strong desire to expand knowledge and gain practical experience. Possessing a friendly and outgoing demeanor, I am highly motivated to excel and deliver outstanding support. Skilled in effectively assisting dentists and orthodontist professionals in handling patient requirements. Proficient in updating records, processing images, and preparing laboratory cases.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Happy Chompers Pediatric Dentistry
10.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Participated in community outreach programs, educating public on importance of dental health.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
Dental Assistant
Laird Orthodontics
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Coordinated smooth patient flow by setting up efficient schedules and adjusting strategies to account for dynamic loads
- Prepared stations for routine check-ups and specialized procedures
- Helped evaluate patients and document current dental symptoms
- Took patient impressions to create accurate dental devices
- Completed dental x-rays, carefully following safety procedures and processing images
- Readied patients and work stations for procedures, including organizing tools and supplies and answering patient questions
- Maintained team productivity by organizing and restocking dental supplies
- Prepared patients, sterilized and disinfected instruments, set-up instrument trays, and prepared materials
- Managed robust schedule of 10+ patients each day.
Child caregiver
11.2018 - 02.2020
- My role as the nanny was to provide quality supervision and ensure peace of mind for parents while they were away from their child.
Party coordinator
Pump it up
01.2006 - 01.2012
- My duties were as follows however not limited to setting up parties, managing party, entertaining children, working with parents to ensure a positive experience for all.
Education
HS diploma -
Taylor High School
05.2017
Skills
- X-ray processing
- Patient relations
- Dental impressions
- Strong communication
- Oral hygiene
- Instrument sterilization
- Oral Health Care
- Patient Charting
- Hr Policies
- Equipment Sterilization
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding
Hobbies and Interests
- Volunteer Experience or Leadership
- Teen Leadership Group Volunteer for City of Houston serving Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinner
- Volunteer for "Everyday Opportunities" a community day habilitation program for adults with special needs
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Happy Chompers Pediatric Dentistry
10.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
Laird Orthodontics
06.2020 - 08.2021
Child caregiver
11.2018 - 02.2020
Party coordinator
Pump it up
01.2006 - 01.2012
HS diploma -
Taylor High School
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