Katie McEllhiney
Chandler,IN
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Haubstadt Family Dentistry, skilled in digital X-ray proficiency and patient scheduling. Proven track record of enhancing patient satisfaction through effective oral hygiene education and streamlined appointment processes. Committed to maintaining high standards of sterilization and fostering a welcoming environment for patients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Haubstadt Family Dentistry
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted dental procedures by preparing instruments and ensuring sterile environments.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Managed patient scheduling and maintained accurate records in dental software systems.
- Collaborated with dental team to streamline workflows and improve patient experience.
- Monitored inventory levels of dental supplies, placing orders as needed to ensure availability.
- Supported dentists during examinations and treatments by anticipating needs and providing assistance.
- Conducted initial patient assessments, documenting medical histories for accurate treatment planning.
- Trained new staff members on office protocols and best practices in patient care management.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- 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.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- 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.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with dental team to develop treatment plans, ensuring patient needs were met comprehensively.
- Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, reducing wait times and enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Increased office efficiency by maintaining patient records with up-to-date information.
- Implemented waste reduction initiatives in clinic, promoting environmental sustainability.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
- Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
- Improved patient care with meticulous attention to instrument sterilization and preparation.
- Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
Dental Assistant
Bruce Holder
01.2014 - 02.2021
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Participated in community outreach programs, educating public on importance of dental health.
- Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
- Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
Dental Technician
Johns Dental Laboratories
01.2007 - 02.2014
- Fabricated dental prosthetics using advanced CAD/CAM technology.
- Conducted quality control checks to ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Collaborated with dentists to customize treatment plans and improve patient satisfaction.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment operation and best practices for fabrication.
- Streamlined production processes, reducing turnaround time for dental appliances.
- Implemented new materials and techniques to enhance product durability and aesthetics.
- Maintained high-quality standards for all completed work, resulting in increased client retention.
- Effectively managed time to prioritize and complete multiple cases simultaneously, allowing for consistent workflow and timely delivery of products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wood Memorial High School
Oakland City, IN05-2000
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- X-ray processing
- Appointment scheduling
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Treatment room breakdown
- Oral hygiene education
- Dental material handling
- Oral surgery assistance
- Inventory management
- Dental staff assistance
- Office administration duties
- Dental staff support
- Oral surgery
- Dental software management
- Restorative dentistry
- Knowledgeable in [software]
- Restorative procedures
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- Electronic charting
- Infection control proficiency
- Cross-training capabilities
Certification
Xray Certified
Expanded functions with coronal polishing
Fluoride application
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Haubstadt Family Dentistry
03.2021 - Current
Dental Assistant
Bruce Holder
01.2014 - 02.2021
Dental Technician
Johns Dental Laboratories
01.2007 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Wood Memorial High School