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Kate Hanigan

Kate Hanigan

Fairfield

Summary

Hi I'm Kate! I am a Dental Assistant with 1 year of combined experience in both an office setting and a busy, fast paced military setting. I'm a hardworking, motivated dental assistant who is looking for opportunities to grow and contribute to the success of the practice. I take pride in providing excellent patient care and supporting the team in any way that I can. I'm also a go-getter, constantly seeking to learn and improve my skills in anyway possible. My goal is to become an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, and I'm looking for a practice that will not only value my work ethic but foster my desire to take that next step. I believe that with the right guidance and support, I can become an even greater asset to the team while also advancing my career.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Kenwood Advanced Dentistry
05.2024 - 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.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Utilized Dentrix to set up patient treatment planning and scheduling appointments.
  • Maintained inventory of dental supplies and materials necessary for daily operations while minimizing waste and expenses.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Repaired dental handpieces when needed.

Red Cross Dental Assistant Volunteer

American Red Cross
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • During my time in dental assisting school, I had the opportunity to explore various departments including, general dentistry, oral surgery, CAD/CAM, and pouring/trimming models in the lab.
  • Through thorough training and a lot of hands-on experience totaling over the 500 required hours, I gained valuable skills and knowledge in each area.
  • Learned how to improve patient comfort by providing efficient and compassionate chairside assistance during dental procedures.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Worked hand-in-hand with dentists to provide optimal treatment for patients.

Front of House Coach

Chick-fil-A
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Experienced Front of House Coach skilled at orchestrating efficient operations at Chick-fil-A
  • Lead teams of around 15 individuals, ensuring appropriate staffing and addressing operational bottlenecks promptly
  • Entrusted with overseeing store opening procedures and responsible for ordering and receiving money shipments throughout the week, ensuring seamless financial transactions.

Education

Red Cross Dental Assistant Program -

Parris Island Dental Clinic
04.2024

High School Diploma -

Fairfield Highschool
05.2019

Skills

  • CAD/CAM (Cerec)
  • General Dentistry
  • Digital Impressions
  • Dental Radiography
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Dental terminology knowledge
  • HIPAA Compliance Understanding
  • Oral Surgery Assistance
  • Inventory Management
  • Treatment Planning
  • Continuing Education Commitment

References

  • Brian Schlake, 248-854-1119, Brian.Schlake@gmail.com, Former Mentoring Coach
  • Taylor Gustafson, 507-696-5976, Taylor.c.gustafso.mil@health.mil, General Dentist

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • DANB Radiography Certified

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Kenwood Advanced Dentistry
05.2024 - Current

Red Cross Dental Assistant Volunteer

American Red Cross
10.2023 - 04.2024

Front of House Coach

Chick-fil-A
01.2019 - 01.2023

Red Cross Dental Assistant Program -

Parris Island Dental Clinic

High School Diploma -

Fairfield Highschool

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