LaKeara Smith
Carthage,MS
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting, and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Germantown Dental
Madison, MS
- Prepare patients for dental procedures and assist the dentist for daily procedures.
- Setup instrument trays and assemble material.
- Cleaned teeth with dental instruments and finished with fluoride applications.
- Made preliminary impressions and occlusal registration for mounting study casts, and mastered pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
- Sterilize and disinfect after procedures.
- Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs and meetings.
Payroll Director/Director of Human Resources
Patty Peck Honda
Ridgeland, MS
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Prepare and submit payroll for hourly, commissioned and salaried employees.
- Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications.
- Set up new hire information and documents into HRIS system, including benefits information.
Education
Diploma - Dental Assisting
Delta Technical College
Ridgeland, MS11.2024
High School Diploma -
Leake Central High School
Carthage05.2015
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental Radiography
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Equipment Sterilization
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding
- Instrument Sterilization Techniques
- Teeth Cleaning Assistance
- Customer Service
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Autoclave Operation
- Data Entry
Certification
- CPR
- Radiology Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Germantown Dental
Payroll Director/Director of Human Resources
Patty Peck Honda
Diploma - Dental Assisting
Delta Technical College
High School Diploma -
Leake Central High School