Madison Hannold
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Highly qualified Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with comprehensive experience in dental procedures, patient care, and office management. Strong skills in assisting with complex dental procedures and providing comprehensive patient education. Demonstrated ability to streamline office operations and enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Dentists of Stuart
Stuart , FL
07.2023 - Current
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Performed chair-side dental assisting during patient examinations and treatments, including taking radiographs, impressions, and pouring up models.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Gave patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Managed inventory control system by ordering supplies when needed.
- Explained insurance benefits to patients in order to maximize their coverage.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
- Assisted dentist during complex surgical procedures such as root canals or extractions.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Fabricated temporary crowns from alginate impressions or pre-fabricated templates.
- Scheduled appointments for both new and returning patients based on availability.
- Placed and removed matrices and temporary separating devices.
- Provided direct patient care in a manner that promoted comfort and safety for all patients.
- Made impressions and took impressions for mouthguards.
- Educated patients on preventive dental care practices such as flossing and mouth rinses.
- Greeted incoming patients with courtesy while providing them with necessary paperwork.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient procedures by setting out instruments and materials.
- Assisted with the placement of restorations such as fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures and partials.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Performed coronal polishing.
- Applied topical agents to patients.
- Ensured that all dental equipment was properly maintained and serviced regularly.
- Removed sutures or dressings following surgery at the request of the dentist.
- Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
- Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures.
Medical Receptionist
PSL Health Center
Port Saint Lucie, FL
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
- Routed laboratory or diagnostic results to appropriate staff.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
- Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
- Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
- Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
- Prepared charts for new patients, ensuring all necessary forms were completed correctly.
- Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
- Completed relevant insurance and other claim forms.
- Straightened up waiting room to maintain neat and organized space.
- Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments as required.
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Answered multi-line phone system and directed callers to requested personnel and departments.
Education
Associate of Arts - Health Science
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL01-2023
High School Diploma -
St Lucie West Centennial High School
Port Saint Lucie, FL01-2022
Skills
- X-ray proficiency
- Impression taking
- Temporary crown fabrication
- Appointment scheduling
- Nitrous oxide administration
- Chair-side support
- CPR/BLS trained
Timeline
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Dentists of Stuart
07.2023 - Current
Medical Receptionist
PSL Health Center
01.2022 - 05.2023
Associate of Arts - Health Science
Indian River State College
High School Diploma -
St Lucie West Centennial High School