Madison Smith
Wichita
Summary
Detail-oriented dental assistant with a strong background in patient care and procedural assistance. Proven ability to educate patients on oral hygiene while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. Experienced in maintaining a clean and safe dental environment to enhance treatment outcomes.
Dedicated dental assistant with expertise in dental radiography, infection control, and patient education. Committed to maintaining a sterile environment and ensuring patient comfort during procedures.
Proficient dental assistant specializing in infection control and patient education. Skilled in collaborating effectively with dental teams, ensuring procedural efficiency and high-quality patient experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Rock Road Dental
Wichita, KS
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and procedural efficiency.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated treatment plans in electronic dental software.
- Sterilized instruments and prepared dental operatory for various treatments and examinations.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices to promote better health outcomes.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Dental Assistant
Wichita Family Dental
Wichita, KS
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Trained new staff on office protocols, safety standards, and equipment usage for consistent service quality.
- 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.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2027
Pre-Dental Hygiene
WSU Tech
Wichita, KSHigh School Diploma -
Southeast High School
Wichita, KS05-2019
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- X-ray processing
- Appointment scheduling
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient relations
- Treatment room breakdown
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient education
- First aid training
- Restorative procedures
- Oral surgery assistance
- Knowledgeable in Eaglesoft
- Endodontic procedure assistance
- Dental records
- Patient intake procedures
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- CPR Training - 08-2025 TO 08-2027
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Rock Road Dental
03.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Wichita Family Dental
08.2021 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Wichita State University
Pre-Dental Hygiene
WSU Tech
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School