Julia Skunkcap
Heart Butte,MT
Summary
Patient-oriented dental assistant bringing over 8 years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures, and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top-quality customer service. Friendly dental assistant with 8 years of success building strong relationships with patients, and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures, as well as working in the oral surgery setting for pediatric patients and adult patients. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff. Certified Community Dental Health Coordinator. Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA).
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Indian Health Service
Browning, MT
10.2017 - Current
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms, and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for the next patient.
- Assisted the dentist with completing procedures.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data, and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses, and treatment.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities, and other issues needing to be treated.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness in compliance with health regulations.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow to optimize office operations.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Assisted dentists during pediatric procedures, ensuring comfort and cooperation.
- Educated children and parents on oral hygiene practices and preventive care.
Dental Assistant Intern
Blackfeet Community Hospital Dental Clinic
Browning, MT
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Broke down and set up equipment and sanitized various dental tools.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Administered x-rays under supervision.
Education
High School Diploma -
Browning High School
Browning, MT05.2008
Skills
- Restorative procedures
- Patient schedule management
- Restorative dentistry
- Dental staff support
- Oral X-rays
- Oral health education
- Infection control procedures
- Surgical setup
- Oral surgery
- Oral hygiene education
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Indian Health Service
10.2017 - Current
Dental Assistant Intern
Blackfeet Community Hospital Dental Clinic
06.2017 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Browning High School
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