Dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Dental Assistant with experience supporting dentists in both routine and specialty procedures. Proficient in utilizing advanced technology including digital extra-oral radiographs. Known for maintaining a sterile environment, proactively anticipating clinical needs, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
• Assisted the dentist by providing instruments and suctioning during both routine and specialty procedures.
• Maintained a sterile environment by cleaning dental equipment and promoting patient safety.
• Prepared instrument trays, assembled materials, and exposed intraoral dental diagnostic X-rays.
• Documented patients’ medical and dental histories, vital signs, and treatment information.
• Provided postoperative instructions and monitored dental equipment and supplies.
• Prepared operatory rooms for treatments and procedures.
• Sterilized dental instruments and assisted with procedures such as crowns and braces.
• Provided direct chairside support by handing instruments to the dentist and managing suction equipment.
• Recorded patients’ medical history, monitored vital signs, and documented procedures.
• Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and performed various office administrative tasks.
• Adhered to strict infection-control protocols to protect patients and staff.
• Processed requests for medical records and various billing documents.
• Performed clerical tasks including sorting correspondence, filing, photocopying, scanning, and indexing documents.
• Managed mail printing, tracking, and distribution, along with other duties assigned by management.
Dental Assisting & Chairside Assistance
Infection Control & Sterilization Techniques
Patient Care & Vital Signs Monitoring
Digital Extra-Oral Radiographs & Intraoral X-Rays
Clerical & Administrative Support (10 years)
Dental Reception & Office Administration
Experience with Cerner, Salesforce, Ace, Epic, Dentrix, and Citrix
HIPAA Compliance & Medical Records Management
CPR & Basic Life Support