Jessica Arnold

Dental Assistant

Hernando Smiles

Hernando, MS

12.2016 - 04.2023

Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
Updated patient records when necessary due to changes in coverage or benefit levels.
Responded promptly to inquiries from patients, providers, and insurers regarding claim status.
Verified accuracy of information and resolved discrepancies with vendors before entering invoices for payment.
Monitored changes in insurance policies and communicated relevant updates to staff and patients.
Reviewed the accuracy of data entered into a variety of computer systems and databases.