Jennifer Barker
Whitehouse,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with many years of comprehensive experience assisting with lab functions, patient care, management and patient recordkeeping. Eager to tackle new responsibilities as a professional at a thriving dental facility. Focused on providing each student with a comfortable, safe, and courteous dental experience. Excellent interpersonal and communication talents.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
James C. Moeller DDS, Inc.
Toledo, OH
08.2004 - Current
- Delivered high-quality patient care while prioritizing comfort and safety.
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories.
- Assisted with the placement of restorations such as fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, temporary crowns, dentures and partials.
- Performed chair-side dental assisting during patient examinations and treatments, including taking radiographs, impressions, and pouring up models.
- Performed coronal polishing.
- Maintained Sterilization Area according to OSHA guidelines and sterilized all instruments after use. Ensured that all dental equipment was properly maintained and serviced regularly.
- Managed inventory control system by ordering supplies when needed.
- Provided post-operative instructions to patients regarding medications, diet, oral hygiene and follow-up visits.
- Scheduled appointments for both new and returning patients based on availability.
- Explained insurance benefits to patients in order to maximize their coverage.
- Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
- Managed office operations and oversaw accounts receivable, showcasing exceptional organization skills for 2+ years.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Instructor Aid
Owens Community College Job Force
Toledo, OH
09.2016 - Current
- Demonstrated knowledge of dental terminology in order to communicate effectively with colleagues and students.
- Prepared laboratory classroom for student's procedures by setting out instruments and materials.
- Assisted with the placement of restorations such as fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures and partials.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Oak Openings Dental
Toledo, OH
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Assisted surgeon by accurately providing required surgical instruments during operations.
- Assisted in prepping operating room for surgery by sterilizing instruments and setting up equipment.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis according to established protocols and guidelines. PRGF laboratory assistant.
- Performed pre-operative and post-operative examinations to check patients' vitals and health status.
- Implemented proper set-up of equipment and supplies for procedures as per surgeon's instructions.
- Utilized digital imaging technology to create precise impressions of teeth and gums. CBCT scans and planned imaging.
- Participated in continuing education courses in TMD. Including the Pinhole Technique.
- Provided comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex medical histories.
- Preformed all delegated tasks that an Expanded Functional Dental Assistant is allowed to do
- Current Sub for office for surgical procedures
Education
Expanded Functional Dental Assistant
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH05-2012
Dental Assisting
Adult Education Whitmer High School
03-2003
High School Diploma -
Whitmer High School
Toledo, OH05-2000
Skills
- Restorative procedures
- X-Ray Processing
- Inventory Management
- Equipment Sterilization
- Qualified Patient Educator
- OSHA Coordinator
- Accounts Receivable
- Surgical Assistant
- High ethical standards
- Medical Records Management
- Classroom Management
- Continuous professional development
- Supervision and leadership
Certification
- Expanded Functional Dental Auxiliary Ohio License
- DANB Certified Dental Assistant Certificate
- Coronal Polishing Ohio Certificate
- Dental Assistant Radiographer Ohio License
- OSHA Compliance & Training for Medical and Dental Certificate
- Current Basic Lifer Support CPR
Affiliations
- Vice President of Anthony Wayne Lacrosse Booster Board
- OSHA Coordinator
- Volunteer for Mobile Meals of Toledo
- Community Service Miles for Smiles and Give Kids a Smile
Timeline
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Instructor Aid
Owens Community College Job Force
09.2016 - Current
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Oak Openings Dental
06.2016 - 07.2019
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
James C. Moeller DDS, Inc.
08.2004 - Current
Expanded Functional Dental Assistant
Owens Community College
Dental Assisting
Adult Education Whitmer High School
High School Diploma -
Whitmer High School