Keiara Conley
Greenville,MS
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Dr. Higgins, excelling in patient care and treatment support. Proficient in digital X-ray technology and infection control, I enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous preparation. Committed to maintaining a sterile environment, I ensure optimal outcomes in restorative and surgical procedures.
Overview
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Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr. Higgins
Greenville
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted in patient intake by verifying medical histories and updating records for accurate treatment planning.
- Prepared examination rooms by organizing necessary tools and ensuring cleanliness for patient safety.
- Explained dental procedures to patients, alleviating anxiety and enhancing their understanding of treatment.
- Conducted inventory checks to manage dental supplies, ensuring necessary materials were always available.
- Scheduled patient appointments and coordinated follow-up visits to maintain an efficient office flow.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care, contributing to improved recovery and satisfaction rates.
- Monitored patient comfort during procedures, providing support and addressing concerns to enhance experience.
- Maintained compliance with health regulations through regular sanitation and sterilization of instruments.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists' evaluations.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- 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.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- 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.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- 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.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
Education
Radiology Certification -
Grenada Loxor Radiology Seminar
Greenville, MsHigh School Diploma -
Abba Institutional of Learning
Greenville, MsDental Assistant -
Grant Allied Healthcare & Training Institute
Greenville, Ms06.2025
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Appointment scheduling
- X-ray processing
- Team collaboration
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Infection control proficiency
- Sanitation protocols
- Electronic charting
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- Restorative procedures
- Dental staff assistance
- Pediatric dental care
- Orthodontic procedure support
- HIPAA compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Oral X-rays
- Chair-side support
- Instrument preparation
- Infection control procedures
- Radiography safety
- Chairside assistance
- Four-handed procedures
- Taking X-rays
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Customer service
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Instrument tray preparation
- Full mouth radiographs
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Radiology License - May 2025
- CPR License- May 2025
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dr. Higgins
03.2025 - 06.2025
Radiology Certification -
Grenada Loxor Radiology Seminar
High School Diploma -
Abba Institutional of Learning
Dental Assistant -
Grant Allied Healthcare & Training Institute