Jessica Bailey
South Bend ,IN
Summary
Dental professional with strong background in surgical assistance and patient care. Recognized for effectively supporting dental surgeons during intricate procedures and maintaining high standards of sterile technique. Known for excellent teamwork, adaptability to changing needs, and strong communication skills valued by dental practices.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Dental Assistant
Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
05.2017 - Current
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and materials for dental procedures, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Managed patient records, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality while streamlining information retrieval processes.
- Supported dentists during procedures by providing efficient chairside assistance and anticipating needs to enhance workflow.
- Educated patients on post-operative care instructions, promoting adherence and improving recovery outcomes.
- Trained junior staff on instrument sterilization techniques and office protocols, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.
- Implemented inventory management systems to track supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, showcasing strong dexterity and knowledge of dental anatomy.
- Maintained detailed records regarding treatment plans, progress notes, and consent forms to ensure continuity of care across visits.
- Upheld strict compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff alike.
Dental Assistant
Andrew Martineau DMD
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Performed 4 and 6 handed dentistry.
- Assisted in various procedures including oral surgery, implant placement, endodontics, and restorative treatment.
- Capable of impression taking, pouring and trimming models.
- Experienced with cord packing, fabricating temporaries.
- Responsible for inventory, and ordering.
- Cross trained in all front office duties including handling insurance claims and benefits.
- Made and presented patient treatment plans.
- Compliant with all state and OSHA guidelines.
- Exposed radiographs and intra oral photos.
Dental Assistant
Great Expressions Dental
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Worked in Pedodontics.
- Assisted in restorative and OS procedures.
- Performed child prophylaxis.
- Applied fluoride topically.
- Placed sealants.
- Maintain excellent chart notes.
- Cross trained in all front office duties.
Dental Assistant
Radiance Endodontics
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Assisted in various Endodontic procedures.
- Set up and sterilized treatment operatories.
- Sterilized instruments.
- Maintained patient charts.
Education
EFDA DA - DANB Certification
Meridian Community College
Sarasota, FLSkills
- Dentrix and Eaglesoft proficiency Dexis imaging software expertise
- Oral surgery procedures
- Surgical assisting
- Patient care
- Dental impressions
- HIPAA compliance
- Sterilization techniques
- Preoperative preparation
- Appointment scheduling
- Suture removal
- Dental instrument sterilization
- Postoperative care
- Surgical documentation
- Implant placement assistance
- Radiographic imaging
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dental procedure preparation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Dental radiography
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- EFDA 2013 to Present
- Radiology 2013 to Present
- CPR/AED
Timeline
Certified Surgical Dental Assistant
Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
05.2017 - Current
Dental Assistant
Andrew Martineau DMD
01.2015 - 04.2017
Dental Assistant
Great Expressions Dental
01.2014 - 01.2015
Dental Assistant
Radiance Endodontics
01.2013 - 01.2014
EFDA DA - DANB Certification
Meridian Community College
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