Kalesha Dew
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Proven Dental Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining procedures. Specializes in team collaboration, significantly improving health and safety practices. Expert in HIPAA compliance, and committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist
Tend Dental
Atlanta , GA
04.2023 - Current
- Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient visits, treatments rendered, and payments received.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Coordinated office activities by communicating with other departments and staff members.
Education
Dental Assisting -
Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy
Marietta, GA07-2020
High School Diploma -
Salem High School
Conyers, GA05-2015
Skills
- Patient services
- Patient care coordination
- Office administration duties
- Patient counseling
- Dental staff support
- Dental terminology
Timeline
Dental Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist
Tend Dental
04.2023 - Current
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
07.2021 - 04.2023
Dental Assisting -
Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy
High School Diploma -
Salem High School
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