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Karrie Schultz

Wilbur,OR

Summary

Reliable Dental Assistant with experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and now adding i700 Medit scanning. Assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments. Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Overview

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Certifications

Work History

Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside

Myers Family Dentistry
11.2017 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endodontic procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Cochise Community Hospital/Long Term Care
07.2013 - 11.2016
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Followed directions of licensed RNs to administer medications and treatments.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.

Dental Assistant

Troy Garey, DMD
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
  • Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.

Dental Assistant Specialist

Sean Benson, DDS
05.2004 - 04.2011
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Assisted hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
  • Exposed, developed and mounted dent.al x-rays
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Completed hospital dentistry for special needs people and children twice in a month.

Education

High School Diploma -

Roseburg High School
Roseburg, OR

Skills

  • Digital Radiographs
  • Temporary Restorations
  • Denture Adjustment
  • Health and Safety
  • Chair Side Assistance
  • Dental Staff Assistance
  • Sealant Application
  • Infection Control Proficiency
  • Manage Schedules
  • Inventory Replenishment
  • Team Collaboration
  • Coronal Polishing
  • Restorative Procedures
  • Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
  • Postoperative Care Instructions

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Timeline

Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside

Myers Family Dentistry
11.2017 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Cochise Community Hospital/Long Term Care
07.2013 - 11.2016

Dental Assistant

Troy Garey, DMD
08.2012 - 06.2013

Dental Assistant Specialist

Sean Benson, DDS
05.2004 - 04.2011

High School Diploma -

Roseburg High School

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