Friendly Dental Assistant with 3 years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Reliable and ready to take on challenges using problem solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Decatur Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Decatur, GA
06.2022 - Current
Prepare 10+ patients daily for dental procedures, and assist multiple dentists with sterilizing instruments, setting up trays, and assembling materials
Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
Coordinated referrals between general dentists and specialists when necessary.
Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
Discussed & presented treatment plans so patients are aware of cost
Trained new hires on office procedures
Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions
Dental Assistant
Buckhead Village Endodontics
Atlanta, GA
04.2021 - 05.2022
Accurately set up for root canal, retreatment, & apicoectomy procedures
Performed basic clerical tasks such as typing up reports or letters using microsoft word, filing paperwork and organizing charts.
Independently set up nitrous oxide for high anxiety patients
Scanned in documents and regularly contacted dental offices regarding patient information
Served as lead assistant on interim basis
Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality
Dental Assistant (Temporary)
Dove Dental Group
Decatur, GA
03.2021 - 04.2021
Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy
Education
Dental Careers Institute
Atlanta, GA
03-2021
Skills
Highly Organized
Attention to Detail
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Ability to Multitask
Problem Solving
Knowledgeable in Eaglesoft, Dentrix, Denticon, & TDO