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Kia Campanella
Franklin,IN
Summary
Experienced professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Patient-focused with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Driven Oral Surgery Assistant skilled in building great relationships with office staff, doctors and patients through active listening, issue resolution and decision-making talents. Offering strong background in patient education. Compassionate professional known for delivering kind and respectful patient care.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification in Phlebotomy
1
Certified Dental Assistant
1
Coronal Polishing Certification
1
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Work History
Affordable Dentures
Certified Dental Assistant
04.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Reduced dentist''s workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
- Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
- Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
- Increased patient retention by developing strong relationships and providing personalized care.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared treatment rooms efficiently, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines to ensure patient safety.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Supported dentists in diagnosing oral health issues by taking diagnostic x-rays as needed.
- Managed patient emergencies calmly and efficiently, coordinating with dental team members to provide appropriate care.
- Aided in the creation of custom dental appliances such as mouthguards or retainers by taking precise impressions of patients'' teeth.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices to maintain good oral health between visits.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless care during high-volume periods, minimizing wait times for patients.
- Improved patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of dental procedures and addressing concerns.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Enhanced office efficiency by maintaining accurate records, scheduling appointments, and managing inventory.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Affordable Dentures
Certified Dental Assistant
07.2020 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Prepared wax bite-blocks and impression trays for use.
- Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
- Collaborated with dentists to create accurate and customized dental restorations for patients.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing expertise to help them quickly become productive team members.
- Assisted with custom shade matching for dental restorations, providing aesthetically pleasing results to patients.
- Excelled at various plaster work tasks, including trimming models and pouring impressions for better-fitting prosthetics.
- Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.
- Improved patient comfort by providing oral and emotional support during surgical procedures.
- Greeted patients upon arrival to office and helped prepare for surgeries.
- Calmed nervous patients by speaking softly, answering questions, and providing compassionate care.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Boosted staff morale through effective teamwork and clear communication amongst colleagues in various departments.
Indianapolis Dentistry
Dental Assistant
06.2019 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- 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, 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.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Used Holistic techniques in assisting with the Hygienist during coronal polishing.
- Assisted orthodontists in performing complex treatments, ensuring precise execution of tasks and high-quality results.
- Prepared dental equipment and materials for orthodontic procedures, ensuring optimal readiness for efficient appointments.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices to maintain healthy teeth during orthodontic treatment phases.
- Reduced turnaround time for dental appliances through effective time management and organization skills.
- Fabricated custom dental appliances such as crowns with precision craftsmanship using the CEREC Machine.
Help At Home
Home Health Aide
01.2012 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Kenfield Dental Group
Front Desk Receptionist
02.2018 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
- Expedited check-in and check-out procedures for guests, ensuring seamless experiences during their visits.
- Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Sorted and delivered mail and packages upon arrival to correct staff members and departments.
- Assisted management in implementing new policies and procedures, contributing to overall operational improvements.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Education
Ivy Tech Community College of AndersonAnderson, IN
Associate of Applied Science from Dental Hygiene
05.2026
International Business College - IndianapolisIndianapolis, IN
Associate of Applied Science from Dental Assisting
11.2013
Skills
- Dental Radiography
- Impression Taking Expertise
- Infection control proficiency
- Restorative Dentistry
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Feeding Assistance
- Bathing Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Patient Transfers
- Reliable team player
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate
- Patient Lifting
- Mobility Assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- Trustworthy companion
- Preparing meals
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
- Coronal Polishing Certificate
- Meds Cert Phlebotomy Certificate
- CPR/ AED
- Radiology Certification X-ray Technician
- Expired CNA license from 2019
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
Affordable Dentures
04.2022 - Current
Certified Dental Assistant
Affordable Dentures
07.2020 - 04.2022
Dental Assistant
Indianapolis Dentistry
06.2019 - 07.2020
Front Desk Receptionist
Kenfield Dental Group
02.2018 - 06.2018
Home Health Aide
Help At Home
01.2012 - 07.2019
Ivy Tech Community College of Anderson
Associate of Applied Science from Dental Hygiene
International Business College - Indianapolis
Associate of Applied Science from Dental Assisting
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