Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Scheduled appointments, managed patient records and updated medical histories.
- Coordinated with insurance companies regarding payment verification processes prior to delivering treatment plans.
- Answered incoming calls, addressed inquiries and routed messages to appropriate personnel.
- Checked-in patients when they arrived at the front desk; obtained necessary paperwork from them prior to check-in process.