LIANE O'HANNIGAN
Ridgefield,WA
Summary
Detail oriented and reliable Dental Assistant with experience in both clinical and administrative functions. Proficient in radiography, chairside assisting, and maintaining organized workflows that support quality patient care. Professional background includes extensive experience in office operations, scheduling, and customer service, contributing to strong communication and problem solving skills. Recognized for adaptability, accuracy, and building positive relationships with patients and team members.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Vancouver Endodontics
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted the Doctor in 4 handed dentistry during endodontic procedures and oral surgery.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for endodontic procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Operations Clerk
Navy Child and Youth Programs
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw front desk responsibilities including visitor management, phone handling, and data entry
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Prepared weekly and monthly activity reports, ensuring accurate documentation and data integrity
- Processed family invoices, managed electronic payments, and upheld financial accountability protocols
- Streamlined registration and enrollment procedures, resulting in a 10% increase in participation
Receptionist & Administrative Assistant
Champion Windows
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Directed incoming communications and managed appointment scheduling for sales and service departments
- Maintained inventory tracking systems and monitored supply levels for timely reordering
- Compiled production data and generated status reports to assist operational planning
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
Education
Dental Assisting Program -
Charter College
Vancouver, WA07-2025
Skills
- Coronal Polish, OHI, Fluoride
- Sealant Application
- Digital Radiography/Intraoral camera
- Fabrication of Whitening trays
- Infection control policies/BBP Standards
- Taking and recording vital signs
- Digital Charting AxiUm software
- Temporary fillings
- Alginate Impressions
- Fabrication of Provisionals
- Cement removal
- Rubber dam placement
- Model fabrication
- 4 handed dentistry
- General dentistry procedures
- Specialty procedures/ Endo, Perio, Oral Surgery
- Dental Terminology
Certification
- CPR/BLS Certified: Expires 04/2027
- OSHA Blood Bourne Pathogens Training
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Vancouver Endodontics
07.2025 - 08.2025
Operations Clerk
Navy Child and Youth Programs
03.2022 - 04.2023
Receptionist & Administrative Assistant
Champion Windows
02.2018 - 04.2019
Dental Assisting Program -
Charter College
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