Jessica Adams
Colorado Springs,Colorado
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with 28 years of 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
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant
Discovery Kids Dental
6725 Rangewood Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
08.2007 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- 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.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- 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.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- 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.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Dr. Ron Anderson D.D.S
Springfield, CO
02.2002 - 01.2004
- Improved patient comfort by providing clear explanations and thorough instructions during orthodontic procedures.
- Assisted orthodontists in performing complex treatments, ensuring precise execution of tasks and high-quality results.
- Maintained a sterile work environment to uphold safety standards and prevent crosscontamination.
- Prepared dental equipment and materials for orthodontic procedures, ensuring optimal readiness for efficient appointments.
- Demonstrated proficient x-ray skills, capturing quality images while adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines for both patients and staff members alike.
- Contributed positively towards office environment by fostering strong relationships amongst team members.
- Continuously expanded knowledge in the field through professional development courses and workshops, staying up-to-date with industry advancements.
- Provided excellent patient care by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support throughout treatment.
Education
Certificate in Dental Assistanting - Dental Assisting
DATS
Colorado Springs, CO1996
High School Diploma -
Doherty High School
Colorado Springs, CO1994
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Office Administration Duties
- CPR Certification
- Equipment Sterilization
- Restorative Procedures
- Dental Radiography
- Office Management
- Insurance Billing
- Proficient in Denticon, Dentrix, Eaglesoft, RevenueWell
- Customer Relations
- Customer Service Management
- Scheduling Coordination
Timeline
Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant
Discovery Kids Dental
08.2007 - Current
Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Dr. Ron Anderson D.D.S
02.2002 - 01.2004
Certificate in Dental Assistanting - Dental Assisting
DATS
High School Diploma -
Doherty High School