Kyra Hurst
Sycamore,IL
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Lead Dental Assistant with 6 years of experience in general dentistry and orthodontics. Skilled in chairside assisting, digital radiography, patient education, and infection control. Proven ability to lead and support dental teams, train staff, maintain efficient clinical workflows, and provide exceptional patient care in fast-paced environments. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with a commitment to creating a positive experience for both patients and team members.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Assistant
Dental fields
Sycamore, IL
02.2022 - Current
- I am a dedicated and compassionate dental professional with over six years of experience in general dentistry, orthodontics, and implant procedures. For the last 2 years of my career I have been a lead assistant where I take the responsibility of the office monthly tasks, such as spore tests, changing traps, cleaning the autoclave, training new hires and helping the current assistants achieve goals and to progress in their careers. I also take on the daily responsibilities to overview the daily schedule and make quick and educated changes as needed. I am skilled in chairside assisting, patient education, radiography, tray set ups, itero scanning, treatment coordination, and creating positive patient experiences. Previous experience as a licensed hairstylist with strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills. I am known for my leadership abilities, attention to detail, and providing exceptional patient care in fast-paced dental environment.
Orthodontic Assistant
Orthodontic Experts
Sycamore, IL
08.2020 - 01.2022
- As an orthodontic assistant I can do everything ortho, from bondings, debonds, adjustments, separators, appliance deliveries and adjustments to those appliances, itero scans, pano and ceph x-rays, professional pictures for medical records and logging medical notes into open dental/dentrix on the computer.
Nanny/Babysitter
Trotter household
Sycamore, IL
05.2020 - 08.2020
- I nannied a 6 year old little girl for 3 months during the pandemic. Before that I have been on and off babysitting her for years just on weekends or overnights. I helped with food prep, cleaning, laundry, learning activities, and always making sure she was having fun! I have a lot of experience with kids from all ages and I love enhancing the lives of children! I hope to be apart of your family and your child’s growth!
Hairstylist/Cosmetologist
Hair Cuttery
Sycamore, IL
04.2018 - 08.2020
- I was a full time stylist here and took appointments, answered phone calls, and did haircuts, coloring, and waxing!
Chipotle Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
DeKalb, IL
03.2016 - 03.2018
- I worked at chipotle and became a take out specialist! I worked with everyone on catering and take out! I made phone calls and received calls and worked on a pos system there.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hair Professionals Academy of Cosmetology
Corona Polishing Certification -
Corona Polishing Coarse Online
OnlineSkills
- Chairside assisting
- Four-handed dentistry
- Dental radiographs (X-rays)
- Infection control and sterilization
- Dental charting
- Patient education
- Taking impressions
- Temporary crown fabrication
- Sealants and fluoride treatments
- Orthodontic assisting
- Implant assisting
- Itero scanning
- Team leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Workflow coordination
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
Answering Phones (4 years)
Hair Styling (10 years)
Medical Imaging
Laboratory Experience
Sterilization and Infection Control Training
Experience with Children
Dental Assisting
Chairside Assisting
Communication skills
Computer skills
Itero scanning
Four handed dentistry
Orthodontic assisting
Dental radiographs (X-Rays)
Instrument preparation and organization
Patient education
Dental impressions
Temporary crown fabrication
Sealants and fluoride treatment
Treatment room set up and breakdown
Bracket placement assistance
Wire changes and adjustments
Retainer delivery and instuctions
Leadership
Adaptability
Time management
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Certification
- Cosmetologist
- December 2018 to Present
- I am a cosmetologist and graduated back in 2020 and worked at Hair Cuttery in sycamore. I worked there for a year and a half. I took appointments, answered phone calls, did all things hair such as color, cuts, and waxing.
- CPR Certification
- Cosmetology License
- First Aid Certification
Languages
English - Expert
Timeline
Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Assistant
Dental fields
02.2022 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
Orthodontic Experts
08.2020 - 01.2022
Nanny/Babysitter
Trotter household
05.2020 - 08.2020
Hairstylist/Cosmetologist
Hair Cuttery
04.2018 - 08.2020
Chipotle Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
03.2016 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Hair Professionals Academy of Cosmetology
Corona Polishing Certification -
Corona Polishing Coarse Online