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Kaylynn O'Halloran

Knoxville,IA

Summary

Reliable Dental Assistant with strong knowledge of dentistry practices. Well-rounded professional skilled in handling multiple tasks, including making dental impressions, sterilizing stations, scheduling patients, processing insurance, and taking X-rays. Highly organized with experience in charting and preparing patient treatment plans.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Family Dentistry
Grinnell, IA
11.2022 - Current
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Verified patient's insurance coverage and eligibility for services. Processed pre-authorizations and insurance payments.

Dental Assistant

Meskwaki Tribe
Tama, IA
12.2018 - 04.2020
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Larry Hanus DDS
Iowa City, IA
06.2016 - 11.2018
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Assisted in research related to holistic nutrition topics.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tipton Community High School
Tipton, IA
05-2014

Skills

  • Instrument preparation
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Exam room setups
  • Radiography safety
  • Dental office administration
  • Restorative procedures
  • Patient schedule management
  • Sanitation protocols

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Family Dentistry
11.2022 - Current

Dental Assistant

Meskwaki Tribe
12.2018 - 04.2020

Dental Assistant

Dr. Larry Hanus DDS
06.2016 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Tipton Community High School

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