Jala Carter
Peru,New York
Summary
Multi-talented dental assistant with several years of expertise assisting with all areas of dental treatment. Committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists. Talented at closely monitoring patients during procedures to quickly address issues with pain or discomfort.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Adirondack Periodontics
03.2020 - Current
- Provide care to 20+ patients per day
- Assist extractions, bone grafts, free gingival grafts, implants, and new patient exam
- Coach patients on personal oral healthcare and post operative instructions
- Perform full mouth x-rays and CBCT's
- Prepared and sterilized dental tools and equipment for patient treatments.
- Assisted in infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments to ensure patient safety.
- Prepare, perform, and pour up alginate impressions for patient occlusal guards
- Stock 100% of treatment areas/carts and dental related facility inventory to ensure patient care flows smoothly
- Coordinated referrals to dental specialists, facilitating timely and effective patient treatment.
- Updated treatment plans and ensured accuracy of patient records.
- Managed appointment schedules to optimize workflow and patient satisfaction.
- Conducted routine inventory checks of dental supplies and reordered as necessary.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety protocols in the clinic.
- Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Provided chairside assistance during periodontal surgeries.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures to collect blood samples from patients.
Dental Assistant
McSweeney Orthodontics
09.2013 - 03.2016
- Provided patient care to 20+ patients per day
- Coached patients on effective oral hygiene techniques to promote better dental health.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Coach patients on oral hygiene
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Responded promptly to staff and dentist requests, ensuring seamless workflow and patient care.
- Perform Panoramic x-rays
- Maintained appropriate levels of orthodontic inventory to support efficient workflow during patient appointments. to help with patient flow
- Assisted in preparing patients for orthodontic procedures, enhancing comfort and readiness for treatment.
Education
A.S. - Applied Science
Clinton Community College
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Monroe Community College
Skills
- Dental Radiography
- Radiography techniques
- Patient Education
- Organizational ability
- Customer service excellence
- Sound decision-making
- Instruction adherence
- Communication effectiveness
- Professionalism
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Registered Dental Assistant
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Adirondack Periodontics
03.2020 - Current
Dental Assistant
McSweeney Orthodontics
09.2013 - 03.2016
A.S. - Applied Science
Clinton Community College
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Monroe Community College