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Kimberly Milholen

Hendersonville,NC

Summary

Patient-oriented Dental Assistant bringing 23 years of experience in fast-paced dental practice. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Mountain Perio
Hendersonville, NC
07.1999 - 07.2022

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.

Education

High School Diploma -

AB Technical College
Asheville, NC
06.1988

Skills

  • Chairside Assistance
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Front Desk & Scheduling
  • Excellent multitasking capability

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Mountain Perio
07.1999 - 07.2022

High School Diploma -

AB Technical College