Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Lalaine Collins

Radcliff,KY

Summary

Dedicated Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Dr. James Spalding's clinic, excelling in sterilization techniques and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective chairside assistance. Skilled in dental impressions and known for a friendly demeanor, significantly contributing to a comfortable patient experience. Expertly managed dental supply inventory, optimizing resource allocation and maintaining a sterile work environment.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dr James Spalding
03.2018 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
  • Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
  • Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.

Education

MedQuest College
Louisville, KY
04-2018

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Treatment room setup
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Instrument preparation
  • Chairside assistance
  • Exam room setups
  • Dental procedure preparation
  • Taking X-rays
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Instrument and room setup

Certification

  • Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) - [State] Dental Board.
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Languages

German
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog (Philippines Main Dialect)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Dr James Spalding
03.2018 - Current

MedQuest College
Lalaine Collins