Kaelyn Cook
Cathedral City,USA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Pacific Dental Services, excelling in patient care and clinical documentation. Proven ability to lead teams and enhance office efficiency while ensuring compliance with health standards. Skilled in dental radiography and effective communication, fostering a positive patient experience and promoting oral health education. Dedicated professional supports dentist and patient requirements. Skillful supply organization, hygiene promotion and sealant applications. Highly organized and attentive to individual needs. Positive, upbeat, and professional in all interactions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
Indio, California
10.2021 - 12.2025
- Started at this office as an extern and worked my way up to become a temporary lead assistant. I was able to do a lot of back office duties, ranging from taking x-rays, setting up for treatments, as well as assisting with treatments, and I was able to make temporaries. I handled all ordering for the back office, as well as kept everything in compliance with California standards. I also managed all back office assistants and was the go-to person when anyone needed anything.
- Assisted in patient examinations and procedures to ensure comfort and safety.
- Managed patient records and maintained confidentiality according to regulations.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
- Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
- Fabricated provisional crowns, bleaching trays, and custom impression trays from alginate impressions when necessary.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Collaborated with dental team to improve patient care and office efficiency.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups for ongoing care.
- Operated dental equipment and ensured proper functioning during procedures.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
Hostess/Server Assistant
Vue grill and bar
Indian Wells, CA
10.2019 - 09.2021
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed seating arrangements efficiently during peak service hours.
- Coordinated with servers to ensure timely table turnover and guest satisfaction.
- Handled reservations and special requests professionally and accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the host area throughout shifts.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen and bar staff to streamline service flow.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area.
- Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
- Assisted servers in bussing tables when needed during busy periods.
- Supported serving staff, food runners and bussers to keep dining room presentable and ready for guests.
- Assisted in preparing the restaurant for opening and closing shifts.
- Took beverage orders and served drinks during peak meal times.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
- Assisted servers in delivering food and beverages to guests promptly.
Administrative Assistant
Essi Engineering
Palm Desert, CA
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Managed schedules and arranged meetings for executives and team members.
- Prepared and organized documents for engineering reports and client presentations.
- Maintained filing systems to ensure easy access to project-related information.
- Supported team members by providing necessary resources and information promptly.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
Education
General educational development - Dentistry
Milan Institute
Palm Desert, CA09.2021
High school diploma or GED -
La Quinta High School
La Quinta, CA06.2019
Skills
- Patient care
- Dental radiography
- Dental materials knowledge
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Patient education
- Problem solving
- Multitasking
- Customer service
- Appointment scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Supervising staff
- Professional and mature
- Quality assurance
- Timeline planning and management
Certification
- CPR & First Aid, 02/01/22 to 02/01/24
- Registered Dental Assistant, 02/01/22 to 02/01/24
- AED Certification
- X-Ray Certification
- Nitrous Oxide Certification
- BLS Certification
- Food Handler Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
10.2021 - 12.2025
Hostess/Server Assistant
Vue grill and bar
10.2019 - 09.2021
Administrative Assistant
Essi Engineering
08.2017 - 06.2019
General educational development - Dentistry
Milan Institute
High school diploma or GED -
La Quinta High School