Kamiya Parks
McDonough,GA
Summary
Entry-level Dental Assistant with 1 year of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant /Front Desk Receptionist Intern
Westridge Dental Care
McDonough, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
Dental Assistant /Front Desk Receptionist Intern
Dental Care At Town Center
Covington, GA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Cashier/Retail Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
McDonough, GA
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
Education
Dental Assistant Certification -
United Education Institute
Morrow, GA08.2023
High School Diploma -
Morrow High School
Morrow, GA03.2020
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Clinical Support
- Patient Services
- Equipment Sterilization
- Appointment Scheduling
- Certified in CPR/AED
- X-Ray Processing
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Dental impressions/Temps
- Teeth Cleaning Assistance
Timeline
Dental Assistant /Front Desk Receptionist Intern
Westridge Dental Care
08.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant /Front Desk Receptionist Intern
Dental Care At Town Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
Cashier/Retail Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
01.2020 - 07.2022
Dental Assistant Certification -
United Education Institute
High School Diploma -
Morrow High School