Lauren Smith
Pickerington,OH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Providing extensive knowledge in dental practice and offering skill as a certified dental assistant. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and learn new skills to further my career and teams success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant/Phlebotomist
Grove City Smiles
06.2023 - Current
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Setting up intravenous lines for sedation purposes
Orthodontic Assistant
Carmen Orthodontics
09.2020 - Current
- Assist Doctor in all aspects of Orthodontics.
- Obtain diagnostic records such as study models, intra and extra oral photographs and Panoramic x-rays.
- Perform sterilization techniques.
- Place brackets, bands, orthodontic arch wire and placing attachments
- Knowledgeable with digital imaging using the i-Tero scanner.
- Counsel patients and parents on importance of oral hygiene and nutritional care for their teeth while in orthodontic treatment.
- Work independently and efficiently while managing patient experience.
- Assisted in implementation of new technology for digital record keeping, streamlining office operations.
Lead Dental Assistant
Dublin Metro Dental
06.2014 - 09.2020
- Perform delegated tasks unique to individual dental specialties.
- Provide chair-side assistance during clinical treatments, take alginate impressions, and dental x-rays.
- Sterilize instruments and prepare equipment for all procedures.
- Set up and break down of operatory.
- Process referrals and coordinate with specialists to ensure patients completed necessary treatment.
- Improved practice workflow by efficiently setting up and breaking down dental operatories before and after each procedure.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Assisted dentists in various procedures, ensuring accurate treatment delivery and high-quality patient care.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Marketing Manager
Simple Times Mixers
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Weekend sales position
- Develop & handle inventory
- Manage sales receipts
- Manage relationships and provide excellent customer service.
Education
Certified Phlebotomy Technician -
Ohio School of Phlebotomy
Columbus, Ohio10.2023
High School Diploma -
Tiffin Columbian High School
Tiffin, Ohio05-2007
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Restorative Dentistry
- Emergency Response Preparedness
- Oral Surgery Assistance
- Supply Ordering
- Cross-Training Capabilities
- Dental terminology knowledge
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Proficient in Invisalign
- Proficient in dental photography
- Placing intravenous line for sedation
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Licensed in Dental Radiology
- Pits and Fissure Sealing Certified
- Coronal Polishing Certified
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant/Phlebotomist
Grove City Smiles
06.2023 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
Carmen Orthodontics
09.2020 - Current
Marketing Manager
Simple Times Mixers
06.2017 - 07.2020
Lead Dental Assistant
Dublin Metro Dental
06.2014 - 09.2020
Certified Phlebotomy Technician -
Ohio School of Phlebotomy
High School Diploma -
Tiffin Columbian High School