Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
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.
Dental Assistant
InGenesis
Washington DC
11.2022 - 09.2023
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 x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
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.
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.
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.
Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
Oral Surgeon Assistant
Dc Perio & Implants
Washington DC
10.2023 - 11.2024
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 x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
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.
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.
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.
Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
Dental Assistant
Tend Dental
Washington DC
08.2020 - 07.2022
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
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.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
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.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Dental Assistant
Kool Smiles Dental
Washington DC
06.2018 - 08.2019
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.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Dental Assistant
Adventure Dental and Vision
Washindc
06.2016 - 05.2017
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.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.