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Lindsey Flathau

Sun Prairie

Summary

Proficient dental assistant with exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Experienced in managing office operations and patient records while providing education on oral hygiene. Committed to ensuring optimal patient care and recovery outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

608 Family Dental
Sun Prairie
12.2024 - Current
  • Assisted dentists during examinations and treatments, contributing to efficient patient care.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during procedures, facilitating smooth operations and effective care.
  • Prepared treatment rooms and instruments for patient procedures, ensuring readiness for each appointment.
  • Sterilized dental instruments and maintained cleanliness standards in compliance with protocols.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care to foster long-term dental health.
  • Managed patient records and appointment schedules to optimize workflow and reduce wait times. Seated patients on time and ensured they felt that they are the priority throughout their appointment time.
  • Coordinated with front office staff to ensure seamless patient flow throughout the office.
  • Collected and updated patient medical histories to support accurate assessments by dentists.
  • Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.

Dental Assistant

Capital Endodontics
Madison
10.2011 - 03.2024

Assisted dentists during examinations and treatments, ensuring efficiency.

  • Delivered chair-side assistance during dental procedures, enhancing patient comfort and procedure flow.
  • Prepared treatment rooms and instruments for root canal procedures.
  • Performed x-ray imaging to provide essential visual information for dental evaluations.
  • Collected and updated patient medical histories accurately.
  • Coordinated patient records and appointment schedules, ensuring seamless clinic operations.
  • Conducted post-operation follow-ups to monitor patient recovery and address concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and organized office environment consistently.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sun Prairie High School
Sun Prairie, WI
06-2004

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

MATC
Madison, WI

Skills

  • Chair-side assistance
  • Radiography expertise
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Instrument preparation
  • Patient record management
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Dental office operations
  • Patient schedule oversight
  • Patient education
  • Patient relationship management
  • Dental practice management
  • Multi-disciplinary support
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving

Affiliations

  • Special Olympics

Timeline

Dental Assistant

608 Family Dental
12.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

Capital Endodontics
10.2011 - 03.2024

High School Diploma -

Sun Prairie High School

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

MATC
Lindsey Flathau