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Latosha Sanders

Heber Springs,AR

Summary

Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Dr. Robert L Wilson D.D.S. P,A Office, excelling in patient care and infection control. Skilled in digital radiography and appointment scheduling, I foster strong patient relationships and enhance treatment outcomes through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to continuous education and delivering exceptional dental support.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Looking for a stable work environment that compliments my home and work life relationship for years to come.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Assistant

Dr. Robert L Wilson Dental Office
03.2018 - Current
  • Assisting in patient preparation and ensuring comfort during dental procedures
  • Sterilizing instruments and maintaining a clean work environment
  • Supporting dentists by providing necessary tools during treatments
  • Managing patient records and scheduling appointments efficiently
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
  • Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
  • Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
  • Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Provided post-operative instructions to patients following various treatments such as extractions or root canals.
  • Typed patient data into computer system using {Sota and carestream} while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
  • Collaborated with dental team members to deliver comprehensive care for all patients.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, {alloy and composits}, casts and impressions.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
  • Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - General Studies

Arkansas State Univeristy Beebe
Beebe, AR
12-2014

Skills

  • Time management capabilities
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Electronic charting
  • Detail-oriented mindset
  • Patient care excellence
  • Team collaboration
  • Infection control expertise
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Patient records management
  • Impression taking accuracy
  • Restorative procedures
  • Patient relations
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Continuing education commitment
  • Appointment scheduling efficiency
  • Dental radiography
  • Oral surgery
  • Medical records management
  • Strong manual dexterity
  • Dental office administration
  • Periodontal treatment support
  • Patient intake procedures
  • Digital radiography proficiency
  • Dental procedure assistance
  • Dental software fluency
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Dental materials selection
  • Periodontics
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Pediatric dentistry
  • Exam room setups
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Dental records

Timeline

Registered Dental Assistant

Dr. Robert L Wilson Dental Office
03.2018 - Current

Associate of Science - General Studies

Arkansas State Univeristy Beebe

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