Kimberly Gregory
Pontiac,IL
Summary
I am a highly motivated individual with varied experiences. I am very interested in joining your team and I believe I would be a great asset to you.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inventory Specialist
Vonachen Services
Pontiac, IL
03.2018 - 12.2021
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets.
- Completed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits to track shrinkage and inform purchasing decisions.
- Strategized, introduced and updated purchasing procedures and objectives to adapt to shifting customer demand.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Utilized [Software] to prepare and maintain records and reports of inventories, price lists, shortages, shipments and expenditures.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Recorded adjustments, pallet audits and tracked discrepancies.
- Managed inventory team to achieve optimal productivity and inventory control.
- Drafted concise and accurate reports detailing inventory, trends and sales for distribution to upper management and use in strategic planning.
- Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
Dental Assistant
Wexford Health Services
Pontiac, Dwight, Sheridan, And Joliet, IL
03.2012 - 11.2015
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information and maintaining records.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Assisted dentist with paperwork and billing protocol for both routine and less common procedures.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Used [Software] to document and maintain patient information and health background.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
- Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.
- Booked patient appointments and managed treatment details using MS Excel and industry-standard registration software.
- Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Dental Assistant
McLean County Health Department
Bloomington, IL
05.2012 - 06.2013
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information and maintaining records.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
- Assisted dentist with paperwork and billing protocol for both routine and less common procedures.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Used [Software] to document and maintain patient information and health background.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
- Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.
- Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
- Booked patient appointments and managed treatment details using MS Excel and industry-standard registration software.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Dental Assistant
Associated Dentists
Pontiac, IL
02.1998 - 03.2010
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information and maintaining records.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
- Assisted dentist with paperwork and billing protocol for both routine and less common procedures.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Used [Software] to document and maintain patient information and health background.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
- Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.
- Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
- Booked patient appointments and managed treatment details using MS Excel and industry-standard registration software.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Cashier/Lunch Room Attendant
OFallon Illinois School District
OFallon, IL
12.1996 - 11.1998
- Vacuumed, dusted and maintained common areas, hallways and waiting areas at elevators.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Maintained linen cart so that it was neat and organized.
Lunch Room Attendant
Department Of Defence
Incirlik Air Force Base, Turkey
03.1994 - 02.1996
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Vacuumed, dusted and maintained common areas, hallways and waiting areas at elevators.
- Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
- Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pontiac Township High School
Pon Tiac, Illinois06.1977
Skills
- Information Ordering and Categorizing
- Organization and Prioritization
- Data Documentation
- Order Checking
- Damage Identification and Reporting
- Records Management
- Workflow Planning
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Contents Verification
- Shipping Method Optimization
- Storage and Supply Management
- Box and Container Packing
- Pattern Recognition
- Invoice and Manifest Review
- Clear Communication
- Shipment Inspection
- Document Preparation
- Charge Calculation
- Materials Requisition
- Routing Determination
- Inventory Monitoring and Management
- Carrier Relations
- Critical Thinking
- Logistics Coordination
- Product and Materials Sorting
- Infection Control Standards
- Handheld Scanners
- Environmental Impact Control
- Microsoft Office
- Materials Handling
- Supply Chain Management
- Work Order Following
- Safety Compliance
- Hazardous Materials
- Quality Control
- Materials Movement
- Database Maintenance
- Web-Based Communication
- Inventory Counts
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Customer Relations
- Basic Mathematics
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]Certified in Coronal Polishing with applications of sealants; certification in team approach for treatment acceptance, and also monitoring of Nitrous Oxide.
Timeline
Inventory Specialist
Vonachen Services
03.2018 - 12.2021
Dental Assistant
McLean County Health Department
05.2012 - 06.2013
Dental Assistant
Wexford Health Services
03.2012 - 11.2015
Dental Assistant
Associated Dentists
02.1998 - 03.2010
Cashier/Lunch Room Attendant
OFallon Illinois School District
12.1996 - 11.1998
Lunch Room Attendant
Department Of Defence
03.1994 - 02.1996
High School Diploma -
Pontiac Township High School