Jordan Akers
Norfolk,VA
Summary
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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Fun Park Pediatric Dentistry
03.2023 - Current
- Ensured optimal oral health for pediatric patients with thorough teeth cleaning and fluoride treatments.
- 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.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, crowns, and impressions.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently preparing dental instruments and materials for surgeries.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for eight procedures daily.
Waitress
Java Jacks Cafe
07.2020 - 12.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
- Streamlined order processing for increased efficiency through clear communication with kitchen staff.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Complied with all company policies regarding uniform standards, punctuality, and professionalism.
- Supported needs of two- person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for breakfast/lunch restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
Dental Assistant Intern
Dr. Dean D. Leming, DDS
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted dentists in performing comprehensive oral examinations, contributing to the detection of early signs of dental issues.
- Facilitated smooth appointment transitions with efficient room setup, instrument preparation, and sterilization processes between patients.
- Streamlined office operations by efficiently organizing and maintaining dental instruments and equipment.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough post-treatment instructions and follow-up calls.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Gathered patient data for six patients daily.
Education
No Degree - Career Studies Certificate in STEM At Work Major
Rappahannock Community College
Warsaw, VAAssociate of Applied Science - Pre-Dental Hygiene
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Hampton, VAHigh School Diploma -
Essex High School
Tappahannock, VA05.2021
Skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Attention to detail
- Continuing education commitment
- Strong communication skills
- Appointment scheduling efficiency
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Dental radiography proficiency
- Behavior management techniques
- Accurate Money Handling
- Customer Service
Accomplishments
- National Honors Society
- Chesapeake Bay Governors School
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Dental Radiation Safety Certified
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Certified
Volunteering and Community Involvement
- Parks and Recreation Indoor Soccer Coach (2020-2021)
- Canned Food Drive (2019-2021)
- Haven Drive (2020-2021)
- VDOT Roadside Cleanup (2021)
Timeline
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Fun Park Pediatric Dentistry
03.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant Intern
Dr. Dean D. Leming, DDS
09.2022 - 01.2023
Waitress
Java Jacks Cafe
07.2020 - 12.2023
No Degree - Career Studies Certificate in STEM At Work Major
Rappahannock Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Pre-Dental Hygiene
Virginia Peninsula Community College
High School Diploma -
Essex High School
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Dental Radiation Safety Certified
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Certified
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