Kheala Barras
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant Intern
Smile Snob
New Orleans, LA
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with the dental team members.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared dental rooms and materials.
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service
New Orleans, LA
10.2020 - 01.2024
- Utilized physical strength to move mail and packages of varying sizes and weights.
- Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient mail handling processes.
Sales Associate
Walgreens
New Orleans, LA
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Cashier
Walmart
New Orleans, LA
10.2016 - 01.2019
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Security Officer
U.S Security Associates
New Orleans, LA
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Education
Dental Assisting
Accelerated Dental
New Orleans, LA07.2024
High School Diploma -
Joseph S. Clark Preparatory High School
New Orleans, LA05.2016
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Dental impressions
- Treatment room setup
- Patient Relations
- Equipment Sterilization
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- Instrument Sterilization Techniques
- Patient Scheduling
- Chairside Assistance
- CPR/AED
- Full Mouth Radiographs
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- CPR
- Digital and Conventional Radiology
Timeline
Dental Assistant Intern
Smile Snob
06.2024 - 06.2024
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service
10.2020 - 01.2024
Sales Associate
Walgreens
02.2019 - 03.2020
Security Officer
U.S Security Associates
06.2018 - 11.2018
Cashier
Walmart
10.2016 - 01.2019
Dental Assisting
Accelerated Dental
High School Diploma -
Joseph S. Clark Preparatory High School