Madison Edwards
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Certified Dental Assistant with over 10 years of experience in surgical support, patient care, sterilization and assisting healthcare providers in fast paced clinical settings. Experienced in maintaining sterile technique, preparing surgical suites, monitoring patients, and collaborating with multiple discipline teams.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Seven Oaks Dentistry
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Sterilized and maintained dental instruments to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Scheduled patient appointments efficiently, optimizing office workflow.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems for accuracy and confidentiality.
- Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental 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.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Surgical Dental Assistant
Scott M Jensen
03.2024 - 10.2025
- Assisted in patient preparation and post-operative care, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Sterilized surgical instruments and maintained a clean environment to uphold infection control standards.
- Supported oral surgeons during procedures by providing necessary tools and anticipating needs.
- Minimized complications during surgery by effectively monitoring anesthesia levels under the guidance of an Oral Surgeon or Dental Anesthesiologist.
- Calmed nervous patients by speaking softly, answering questions, and providing compassionate care.
- Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.
- Educated patients on post-operative care instructions, fostering better recovery outcomes.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, facilitating timely reordering to prevent shortages during procedures.
- Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
- Prepared surgical area by ensuring that all necessary dental instruments were sterilized and patients were ready.
Dental Assistant
Childrens Dentistry of Greensboro
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Provided chairside support to dentists, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Managed sterilization of instruments and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Recorded patient medical histories and updated digital records accurately.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in procurement of dental supplies as needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Vet Assistant
BANFIELD VET HOSPITAL
05.2013 - Current
- Warmly greet and check in patients according to office protocol. Schedule appointments, answer phones, handle payments and make sure the client and patient have the best experience possible. As a vet assistant I am responsible for getting patients ready for surgery, making sure the surgery suite is prepared for each individual patient, monitoring anesthesia, and assisting in recovery. I also help with normal routine visits for each pet.
Education
Trade school - Dental Assisting
EduDent School of Dental Assisting
Greensboro, NC07.2021
High school diploma - undefined
Ragsdale High School
01.2009
Skills
- Effective time management
- Dental Assisting
- Chairside Assisting
- Diagnostic imaging expertise
- Pediatrics
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- HIPAA
- Patient monitoring
- OSHA
- Medication administration
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Operating room etiquette
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Surgical equipment handling
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Safe sharps disposal
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant July 2021 to Present
- Dental Radiology
- CPR Certification March 2022 to March 2024
- X-Ray Certification
- Nitrous Oxide Certification September 2021 to Present
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Coronal Polish Certificate
- EFDA Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Seven Oaks Dentistry
11.2025 - Current
Surgical Dental Assistant
Scott M Jensen
03.2024 - 10.2025
Dental Assistant
Childrens Dentistry of Greensboro
11.2021 - 01.2024
Vet Assistant
BANFIELD VET HOSPITAL
05.2013 - Current
High school diploma - undefined
Ragsdale High School
Trade school - Dental Assisting
EduDent School of Dental Assisting
Additional Information
Radiology certified, OSHA, blood born pathogens, CPR, dental office emergencies.