Karrie Urban
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Nova Dental Associates, excelling in radiographic imaging and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective chair-side support and meticulous record maintenance. Committed to upholding HIPAA compliance while ensuring a safe and efficient environment for dental procedures.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Nova Dental Associates
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
05.2024 - Current
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
Education
NRCDA Certificate - Dental Assisting
IMBC
Pittsburgh, PA04-2025
Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate - Bloodborne Pathogens
IMBC
Pittsburgh, PA12-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Business
CCAC South Campus
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Radiographic imaging
- Infection control
- Sterilization techniques
- Exam room setups
- Patient record maintenance
- Restorative dentistry
- Chair-side support
- HIPAA compliance
Accomplishments
- Dean's List
- Perfect attendance
- Student of the Term
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Nova Dental Associates
05.2024 - Current
NRCDA Certificate - Dental Assisting
IMBC
Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate - Bloodborne Pathogens
IMBC
Some College (No Degree) - Business
CCAC South Campus
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