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Jenny Hansford

Front Office
Wilsonville,OR

Summary

Talented Dental Assistant with 22 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Patient-focused Dental Assistant offering 22 years of experience in providing dentistry support in rapidly growing dental offices. Skilled in preparing patients for examinations and providing chairside assistance during routine and complex procedures. Quick to build relationships and successful in easing patients anxiety. Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Census Worker

US Census Bureau
Wilsonville, OR
07.2020 - 08.2022

I did all of the training for this position the. I dislocated my left knee as the prosthesis was going bad and I did not realize this. I had to have a knee revision done three days after dislocation. I was unable to complete this position as of the time line but I had finished all of the training and back ground check for the position.

  • Visited assigned neighborhoods and knocked on doors to encourage participation in Census.
  • Attended team meetings to develop job knowledge
  • Leveraged smartphones to record information
  • Maintained and submitted records of hours worked, miles driven and expenses incurred to facilitate accurate reporting measures
  • Met with supervisor to review procedures, report issues or concerns and receive instructions
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment

Gift Shop Cashier

SpringRidge At Charbonneau
Wilsonville, OR
04.2019 - Current
  • Assisted with purchasing decisions and located merchandise for customers.
  • Greeted customers and responded to requests for information.
  • Supported front end procedures to keep items well-stocked to prevent shrinkage.
  • Processed exchanges and returns by processing them in company database.
  • Called for back up cashiers during peak times to minimize wait time for customers
  • Maintained organized and orderly front end and removed carts, baskets and debris
  • Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated to direct supervisor for quick resolution
  • Processed exchanges and returns by processing them in company database
  • Counted tills for beginning of shift with start money and balanced and reconciled register at end of shift
  • Followed company policies, procedures and practices for accurate recordkeeping and loss prevention
  • Greeted customers and responded to requests for information
  • Assisted with purchasing decisions and located merchandise for customers
  • Informed front end manager of equipment repair and replacement needs to maintain operations
  • Supported front end procedures to keep items well-stocked to prevent shrinkage
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies

Dental Assistant/Receptionist Tillamook

Dr. Brett Hestmark
Tillamook, OR
09.2001 - 10.2007
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate
  • Used DAISY to document and maintain patient information and health background
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines
  • Assisted dentist with paperwork and billing protocol for both routine and less common procedures
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties
  • Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices
  • Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs
  • Booked patient appointments and managed treatment details using MS Excel and industry-standard registration software
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, Amalgam and Composite
  • Cast and impressions
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment
  • Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information and maintaining records
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 15 procedures daily

Dental Assistant/Office Manager

Dr. Curtis S Hansford, John Day
John Day, OR
02.1981 - 09.1998
  • Transferred and directed phone calls, guests and mail to correct staff members
  • Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations
  • Coordinated board and committee meetings, schedules, information preparation and distribution
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel
  • Offered office-wide software support and training, troubleshooting issues and optimizing usage
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving
  • Conferred with insurance company representatives to expedite payments and resolve filing issues, keeping aging balances low and office finances strong
  • Managed accurate and fully compliant AP/AR operations by documenting expenses, reconciling accounts and correcting discrepancies
  • Prepared and distributed team-based communications to foster collaboration and enhance team morale
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation
  • Optimized office schedule to balance team workloads, group productivity and financial targets
  • Produced highly accurate internal and external letters and memoranda
  • Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records
  • Monitored and evaluated personnel performance to complete annual reviews, recommend advancement or address productivity concerns.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions
  • Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads
  • Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons
  • Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials for dental procedures
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate
  • Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information and maintaining records
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, [ amalgam and composite), casts and impressions
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, (Amalgam and Composite), casts and impressions
  • Assisted dentist with paperwork and billing protocol for both routine and less common procedures
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse
  • Used (DAISY) to document and maintain patient information and health background
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices
  • Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures
  • Used (DAISY) to document and maintain patient information and health background
  • Used (DAISY) to document and maintain patient information and health background

Accounts Receivable Specialist/Accounts Payable Clerk

John Day Motor Company, John Day
, OR
04.1978 - 02.1981
  • Prepared billing statements and invoices for customer purchases and recorded transaction date, price and fees to support accuracy
  • Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to verify payments and resolve variances
  • Processed bill reminders and consulted with third-party collection agency to resolve past-due customer accounts
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies
  • Used accounting software to reconcile accounts, track income and generate invoices
  • Made outbound calls to vendors and customers to discuss and resolve account needs
  • Responded to inbound inquiries regarding accounts and payments
  • Tracked invoices, receipts and deposit slips to generate monthly fiscal statements
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates
  • Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable
  • Reviewed account documentation for over 50 accounts, rectified issues and contacted vendors about account changes
  • Processed nightly bills, checks and vendor payments worth over $10,000., maintaining detailed records and receipts
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month
  • Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy
  • Contacted clients with past due accounts to formulate payment plans and discuss restructuring options
  • Reviewed accounts on monthly basis to assess aging and pursue collection of funds
  • Prevented impending loss and increased profitability by enforcing scheduled collection campaigns, consistently achieving targeted recovery rate
  • Managed monthly reconciliation schedules for assigned accounts
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates
  • Researched and resolved customer claims related to shortages, discount violations and returns
  • Compiled and analyzed data for review by senior management of loan loss reports to measure portfolio performance.
  • Applied more than 175 payments per week
  • Compiled and analyzed data for review by senior management of loan loss reports to measure portfolio performance
  • HOBBIES
  • Like to hike and walk beach
  • Sew clothing, quilts and crafts for friends and family.
  • Read for leisure and work.
  • Applied more than (400) payments per week

Timeline

Census Worker

US Census Bureau
07.2020 - 08.2022

Gift Shop Cashier

SpringRidge At Charbonneau
04.2019 - Current

Dental Assistant/Receptionist Tillamook

Dr. Brett Hestmark
09.2001 - 10.2007

Dental Assistant/Office Manager

Dr. Curtis S Hansford, John Day
02.1981 - 09.1998

Accounts Receivable Specialist/Accounts Payable Clerk

John Day Motor Company, John Day
04.1978 - 02.1981

Accounting And Computer Science

Blue Mountain College

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Eastern Oregon University La Grande

Microsoft Office

Tillamook Community College

X-Ray State Certification - undefined

Oregon Health & Science University

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Grant Union Junior/Senior High School

Education

Accounting And Computer Science

Blue Mountain College

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Eastern Oregon University La Grande

Microsoft Office

Tillamook Community College
Tillamook, OR
04.2002

X-Ray State Certification - undefined

Oregon Health & Science University
1981

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Grant Union Junior/Senior High School
02.1976

Skills

  • Dental office administration
  • Dental radiography
  • Patient Intake Procedures
  • Infection Control Proficiency
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Insurance billing
  • Full Mouth Radiographs
  • Customer Relations
  • Policies and Procedure
  • Work Task Prioritization
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Relationship Building

Hobbies

I read for leisure and work, I sew clothing, quilts and crafts for my family and friends, I knit and crochet for fun, I walk the beach when we go there, I enjoy baking and donating them to friends.

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