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Kaitlyn McNally

Hermansville,MI

Summary

Patient-oriented Dental Assistant bringing experience and knowledge from working in a fast-paced dental practice. 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.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Ron Mueller DDS Family Dentistry
Powers, MI
04.2023 - Current
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
  • Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
  • Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.

Barn Hand

CJ Stables
Powers, MI
08.2022 - Current
  • Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
  • Raked bedding to scoop manure and cleaned animal stalls.
  • Loaded and unloaded hay bales from trailers.
  • Unloaded hay, grain and other goods to neatly store in proper location.
  • Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
  • Provided daily care for horses including feeding, watering, exercising and turnout time.
  • Held horses for veterinarian during health checks and care or for farrier for trimming and shoeing of horse hooves.
  • Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.

Instructional Aide

Carney Nadeau Public School
Carney, MI
08.2022 - Current
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Supervised recess periods or lunchroom activities.
  • Provided guidance to students on their academic tasks.
  • Monitored student behavior and identified areas of improvement.
  • Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
  • Assisted with classroom management, including seating arrangements and discipline procedures.
  • Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
  • Created a positive learning environment for students.
  • Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies.
  • Complied with instructor-developed IEPs.

Sales Associate

Menards
Escanaba, MI
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.

Cashier

Island Resort and Casino
Bark River, MI
03.2020 - 02.2021
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and accurately to guests tables.
  • Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings.
  • Refilled condiments, napkins and server workstations.

Education

Dental Assistant Certificate -

Bay De Noc Community College
Escanaba, MI
04.2022

High School Diploma -

Carney Nadeau Public Schools
Carney, MI
05.2020

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Inventory Management
  • Patient Relations
  • Dental Hygiene
  • Instrument Preparation
  • Clinical Support
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Patient Services
  • Patient Counseling
  • Medical Records Management
  • Exam Room Setups
  • Team Collaboration
  • Taking X-Rays
  • Office Management
  • Strong Writing and Verbal Skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Ron Mueller DDS Family Dentistry
04.2023 - Current

Barn Hand

CJ Stables
08.2022 - Current

Instructional Aide

Carney Nadeau Public School
08.2022 - Current

Sales Associate

Menards
02.2021 - 08.2022

Cashier

Island Resort and Casino
03.2020 - 02.2021

Dental Assistant Certificate -

Bay De Noc Community College

High School Diploma -

Carney Nadeau Public Schools
Kaitlyn McNally