Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Dental Assistant
Peak Vista Family Dental
01.2005 - 01.2006
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Scheduled, rescheduled, and cancelled appointments for dental patients.
Greeted visitors and patients to determine needs, check appointments, and direct accordingly.
Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
Provided excellent customer service to create positive experiences and build patient trust.
Dental Assistant
Takaki Family Dental
01.2003 - 01.2005
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Dental Assistant
US Army
11.2000 - 10.2002
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
CNA
Havenwood Care Center
01.1999 - 10.2002
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Home Care Giver
Judy Haugen
01.1995 - 01.1999
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.