Keyona Andrews
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Multi-talented dental assistant with several years of expertise assisting with all areas of dental treatment. Committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists. Talented at closely monitoring patients during procedures to quickly address issues with pain or discomfort.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
H & R Dental Group
Philadelphia, PA
09.2020 - Current
- Efficiently handle patient care, office responsibilities, and laboratory tasks within a multispecialty dental group comprising 1 dentist and 3 dental assistants.
- Handled dental X-rays, maintained patient records and lab equipment, sterilized instruments, educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
- Optimize patient safety and comfort by maintaining sterile, clean, and positive surroundings.
- Identified dental needs through patient interactions.
Temporary Dental Assistant
Bright Smiles Dental
Langhorne, PA
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
Dental Assistant
A1 Family Dental Care
Langhorne, PA
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
Server and Cashier
Corner Bakery Cafe
Philadelphia, PA
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Create meals according to menu specifications.
- Handled customer transactions using a computerized cash register.
- Excelled in delivering outstanding customer service.
Stocker/Sales Associate
Hollister Co
King of Prussia, PA
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Welcomed customers, addressed inquiries, increased merchandise engagement and delivered exceptional customer service.
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
Education
Dental assisting - Dental Assistant
Harris School of Business
Upper Darby08.2016
ACCOUNTING -
University City High School
Philadelphia06.2012
Skills
- Service-Oriented Communication
- Cash Register
- Supportive Team Contributor
- Dental
- Sterilization
- Dental Assistant
- CPR
- Infection control
- Retail sales
- Scheduling
- Instrument preparation
- Surgical setup
- Electronic charting
- Infection control proficiency
- Chair-side support
- HIPAA compliance
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- Oral surgery assistance
- Payment collection
- Cash handling expertise
- Cash register operation
Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Certified Dental Assistant
- CRP Certification
Timeline
Dental Assistant
H & R Dental Group
09.2020 - Current
Temporary Dental Assistant
Bright Smiles Dental
09.2019 - 12.2019
Dental Assistant
A1 Family Dental Care
09.2016 - 07.2018
Server and Cashier
Corner Bakery Cafe
03.2015 - 06.2016
Stocker/Sales Associate
Hollister Co
09.2011 - 06.2012
Dental assisting - Dental Assistant
Harris School of Business
ACCOUNTING -
University City High School
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