Kellie Messer
Manhattan
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant with extensive experience in supporting dental procedures and proficient in dental radiography. Demonstrated ability to manage chairside assistance and front office tasks while fostering strong relationships with patients and colleagues. Recognized for quick learning and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Detail-oriented calibration and repair technician recognized for delivering high-quality results with exceptional accuracy and efficiency. Proven track record of reliability, dedication, and a strong work ethic, complemented by an exemplary attendance record. Committed to understanding and meeting customer needs through proactive problem-solving and effective task management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electronics Technician
USDA-NBAF
Manhattan
02.2024 - 05.2025
- Implemented safety protocols to prevent damage to equipment and injury to personnel.
- Configured and programmed electronic devices according to user specifications.
- Constructed and evaluated electrical components for consumer electronics applications.
- Provided design details and recommended modifications to engineering designs.
- Evaluated and tested products using measurement and diagnostic devices to adjust, test, and repair equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed including a logbook detailing parts used and time spent on each job.
- Calculated design specifications or cost, material and resource estimates.
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
- Installed, diagnosed and disposed of uninterruptible power supply devices.
- Identified and diagnosed malfunctioning electronic components, systems, and equipment.
- Installed and tested new electronic equipment and components.
- Installed, configured, tested, maintained, repaired and troubleshot electronic components, systems and equipment.
- Managed inventory of electronic parts and tools, ensuring availability for repairs.
- Advised on the purchase of new electronic equipment and technology upgrades.
- Maintained system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Used Windows-based programs to monitor pressure and temperature sensors, flow meters and network control of equipment.
- Conducted quality assurance tests on electronic systems to ensure reliability and performance.
- Calibrated electronic devices and equipment to ensure precise operation.
Dental Assistant
Tooth Story Dental
Manhattan
08.2018 - 02.2024
- 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 ten procedures daily.
- Assisted in training programs.
- Assisted in how to use instruments safely.
- Perform calibrations daily on CO2 laser.
- Instructed patients in proper oral hygiene habits.
- Schedule patient appointments when needed.
- Process radiographs and complete lab tasks.
- Prepare materials and take dental impressions.
- Reviewed patients' medical history.
- Assist supervisor with any laboratory performances needed.
- Run weekly spore test though autoclave to verify sterilization.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
- Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Veterinary Technician
Candlewood Veterinary Clinic
Manhattan
04.2015 - 08.2019
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Coordinated calibration of microscopes within the labs.
- Ensured balances were up to date and calibrated prior to weighing animals to Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) standards.
- Observe behavior and conditions of animals.
- Provided nursing care/emergency first aid to recovering or injured animals.
- Calculate medication doses.
- Utilizes precise measurement standards in performing proper amount of vaccines.
- Examine fecal samples under a microscope.
- Collect and record animals’ case history.
- Laboratory tasks.
- Consistently in works with facility's to ensure that the environmental monitoring system was with in the parameters.
- Assisted in developing training for new Veterinary technician trainings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Life Science
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12.2019
High School Diploma -
Holton High School
Holton, KS05-2010
Skills
- Patient Education
- Equipment Sterilization
- Inventory Management
- Patient Relations
- Clinical Support
- Patient Counseling
- Patient/Nutritional Counseling
- Safety protocols
- Quality assurance
- Customer communication
- Multitasking capacity
- Infection control
- Record keeping
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Nitrous Oxide Certification
- Supragingival Scaling/Expanded Functions certification
- Healthy Start Certified
References
- Karthik Shanmuganatham - (515)-450-3899
- Phil Doucett - (631)-461-8200
- Laura Dockery - (803)-840-1286
Timeline
Electronics Technician
USDA-NBAF
02.2024 - 05.2025
Dental Assistant
Tooth Story Dental
08.2018 - 02.2024
Veterinary Technician
Candlewood Veterinary Clinic
04.2015 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Life Science
Kansas State University
High School Diploma -
Holton High School
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