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Lauren Martin

Gentry,AR

Summary

Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Ozark pediatric Dentistry
Siloam Springs, AR
04.2023 - Current
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
  • Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.

Customer Service Manager

Harps Foods
Gentry , AR
05.2021 - 12.2022
  • Reviewed employee performance, providing ongoing coaching to enhance overall effectiveness.
  • Investigated customer service complaints, delivering prompt resolutions to ensure satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with senior management on strategies to elevate service quality across organization.
  • Organized shift assignments based on coverage demands and anticipated workload fluctuations.
  • Resolved product and consumer complaints, demonstrating strong communication skills.
  • Evaluated returns, exchanges, and voids for accuracy and compliance.
  • Executed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to uphold operational standards.
  • Maintained professionalism in stressful situations, effectively diffusing conflicts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR
05.2027

High School Diploma -

Gentry High School Conversion Charter
Gentry, AR
05.2023

Skills

  • Patient Relations
  • Taking X-rays
  • Strong Manual Dexterity
  • Patient Counseling
  • Time Management
  • Electronic Charting
  • Patient Records Gathering
  • Strong Writing and Verbal Skills

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Ozark pediatric Dentistry
04.2023 - Current

Customer Service Manager

Harps Foods
05.2021 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

High School Diploma -

Gentry High School Conversion Charter