Khaddija Hammoud

• 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.
• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
• Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
• Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
• 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.
• Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
• Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
• Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
• Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
• Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
• Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
• 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.
• Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
• Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
• Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
• Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
• Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
• Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
• Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
• Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
• Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
• Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
• Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
• Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
• Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
• Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
• Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
• Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
• Prepared bills and completed insurance forms using system software.
• Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
• Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
• Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.
• Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.

Placed Invisalign attachments and removed Invisalign attachments with final polish

• Assisted oral surgeons in preparing for and executing dental procedures.
• Maintained and sterilized instruments, tools, and equipment used during dental surgeries.
• Provided patient care before, during, and after surgery, including taking vital signs.
• Prepared treatment rooms by setting up instruments, supplies, and medications needed for procedures.
• Educated patients on pre-operative instructions as well as post-operative expectations.
• Administered local anesthetics to numb the surgical area prior to oral surgery procedures.
• Monitored patient's condition during surgery by observing vital signs and alerting surgeon of any changes or problems.
• Documented patient medical histories and assisted with other paperwork related to the procedure.
• Ensured that all safety protocols were followed throughout the duration of each procedure.
• Assisted with suturing wounds closed following surgical operations when necessary.
• Took impressions of teeth for fabrication of prostheses such as crowns or dentures.
• Kept accurate records regarding patients' treatments performed in accordance with HIPAA standards.
• Instructed patients on proper home care techniques following oral surgery.
• Performed lab tests such as X-rays or blood work when requested by the surgeon.
• Cleaned patient's mouth using suction devices to remove saliva or debris from mouth during procedure.
• Collected specimens from biopsies or other tissue samples sent off for laboratory testing.
• Dispensed medications prescribed by the surgeon according to established protocol.
• Coordinated scheduling of appointments between patients and surgeons.
• Provided guidance to new staff members regarding job duties and responsibilities within the office setting.
• Assisted oral surgeon by preparing surgical area ahead of time so that procedures could take place.
• Took part in surgical procedures by assisting oral surgeon.
• Gave patients detailed education before surgery to explain side effects and what medications could be used to treat pain.
• Welcomed patients upon arrival, led to surgical area and managed procedure preparations.
• Soothed anxious patients by effectively listening and demonstrating concern for individual fears.
• Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
• Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.