Jennifer Lika
Holbrook
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatrics, skilled in dental radiography and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and chairside assistance. Adept at managing inventory and ensuring a sterile environment, contributing to optimal patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatrics
11.2005 - 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.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Was in charge of gathering and printing statements and invoices
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Kardovich
11.2004 - 11.2005
- 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.
- 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.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Brescia
05.2001 - 11.2004
- 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.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Assistant Manager
Steve Madden
05.1999 - 05.2000
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
St. Joseph's University
Patchogue, NYAssociate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY05-2000
High School Diploma -
Shoreham Wading River High School
Shoreham06-1997
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- X-ray processing
- Appointment scheduling
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient relations
- Treatment room breakdown
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient education
- Dental material handling
- Electronic charting
- Teeth cleaning assistance
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatrics
11.2005 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. Kardovich
11.2004 - 11.2005
Dental Assistant
Dr. Brescia
05.2001 - 11.2004
Assistant Manager
Steve Madden
05.1999 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
St. Joseph's University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
High School Diploma -
Shoreham Wading River High School
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