Katherine Richardson
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Reliable Dental Assistant with 1 year of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting daily-hand procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, assisting Office Manager with appointment verifications, and preparing materials for impressions or restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Eagle Family Dentistry
10.2022 - 09.2023
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 8 procedures daily.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Landscaping Assistant
The Garden Specialists LLC
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Poshmark Ambassador Assistant
Fashionably Elegant
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Labeled packages with appropriate shipping information for accurate deliveries.
- Completed all orders within established time frames to support timely deliveries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster
Online02.2023
Skills
- Four-Handed Procedures
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Health and Safety Practices
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Data Confidentiality Measures
- Excellent Reading Comprehension
- Strong Writing and Verbal Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
References
Professional References:
1.) Chris Beal, DDS (Practice Owner)
Eagle Family Dentistry
(970) 328-5268
2.) Terry Young (Office Manager)
Eagle Family Dentistry
(970) 390-1144
3.) Laurie Hardmeyer (Business Owner)
The Garden Specialists, LLC
(970) 376-3475
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Eagle Family Dentistry
10.2022 - 09.2023
Landscaping Assistant
The Garden Specialists LLC
05.2022 - 10.2022
Poshmark Ambassador Assistant
Fashionably Elegant
01.2020 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster
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