Lacey Hovis
Lincolnton,NC
Summary
Assisted dental teams with various procedures through hands-on training in dental radiography and chairside support. Supported front office operations by managing administrative tasks efficiently. Built strong relationships with coworkers and patients through effective communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant II
Magnolia Dentistry
Lincolnton NC
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted dentists with patient examinations and procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems for improved documentation.
- Collaborated with dental team to develop efficient appointment scheduling processes, enhancing patient flow.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Dental Assistant
Oblinger Family Dentistry
Mount Holly, NC
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Implant coordinator. Responsible for ordering and receiving parts for implant crown restorations.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, and oral surgery.
- 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.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Infant Teacher
Kids In Motion
Denver, NC
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat and safe.
- Promoted development of social, emotional and communication skills in infants.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces and equipment.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs and monitoring of behaviors.
Education
Dentistry
Lake Norman Dental Assisting School
04.2021
Skills
Assisted with extractions and restorative care Provided post-operative care instructions Supported patient education initiatives Handled dental instruments Conducted dental radiography Utilized computer charting systems Prepared temporary crowns Assisted in placing composite fillings Created 3D scans with an itero and trios scanner Demonstrated effective communication skills Collaborated with team members in a dental office setting Supported chairside assisting tasks Gained experience in dental assisting Applied computer skills effectively
Certification
- Nitrous Oxide Certification
- Infection Control Certification
- X-Ray Certification
Timeline
Dental Assistant II
Magnolia Dentistry
12.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Oblinger Family Dentistry
08.2021 - 12.2024
Infant Teacher
Kids In Motion
05.2020 - 08.2021
Dentistry
Lake Norman Dental Assisting School