Overview
Work History
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Jessica St Germain

Poplarville ,MS

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dr. Martin H Baker JR
12.2015 - 08.2022
  • 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.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • 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.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
  • Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
  • Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
  • Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
  • Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
  • Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
  • Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.

Dental Assistant

Smile Time Family Dentistry
10.2024 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
  • 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.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • 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.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
  • Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
  • Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
  • Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
  • Increased office efficiency by maintaining patient records with up-to-date information.
  • Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.

Sales Associate

Dollar General
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Smile Time Family Dentistry
10.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Dollar General
05.2024 - 10.2024

Dental Assistant

Dr. Martin H Baker JR
12.2015 - 08.2022

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