Kayla Smith
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Motivated and compassionate Dental Assistant seeking an opportunity to provide high-quality patient care and support to a dental team. Skilled in chairside assistance, sterilization, and patient communication, with a strong commitment to maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for every patient.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Elise Newsome DDS
Greensboro, NC
02.2026 - Current
- Assist in chair-side procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Prepare examination rooms with necessary tools and sterilized equipment efficiently.
- Manage patient records and scheduled appointments using the eaglesoft software system.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide reassurance during visits.
Membership Clerk
Costco
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinated membership events, fostering positive relationships with both current and prospective members.
- Processed membership applications, ensuring accurate data entry and timely updates in the database.
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively listening to member concerns and offering appropriate solutions or referrals as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NCHigh School Diploma -
Pinecrest High School
Southern Pines, NCDental Assistant Certificate -
Sandhills Dental Career Center
Southern Pines, NCSkills
Core
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and quick learning
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail and strong organization
- Ability to multitask
Clinical and Technical
- Four handed dentistry
- Taking and processing dental X-rays
- Preparing treatment and rooms and dental trays
- Taking dental impressions and pouring models
- Performing infection control and sterilization
- Charting and documenting patient information, especially in Eaglesoft
Certifications
- Registered Dental Assistant
- CPR and first aid certification
- Dental radiography license
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Elise Newsome DDS
02.2026 - Current
Membership Clerk
Costco
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
North Carolina A&T State University
High School Diploma -
Pinecrest High School
Dental Assistant Certificate -
Sandhills Dental Career Center