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Makenzie Kazes

Plantsville

Summary

Diligent Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in dental assisting. Successfully supported dental procedures and ensured patient comfort, contributing to improved practice efficiency. Demonstrated competence in sterilization techniques and patient record management, consistently maintaining high standards of care.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Spadola and Vincent Dentistry
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • 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.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Marc Craigs Office
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.

Front Desk Receptionist

JCC of Greater New Haven
06.2024 - 11.2024
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
  • Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
  • Supported administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document preparation for more efficient office workflow.
  • Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
  • Expedited check-in and check-out procedures for guests, ensuring seamless experiences during their visits.

Education

Bristol Eastern High School
Bristol, CT

Dental Hygiene Certification - Dental Hygiene

Goodwin University
East Hartford, CT
12-2028

Skills

  • Equipment sterilization
  • Treatment room setup
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Team collaboration
  • Instrument sterilization techniques
  • Patient scheduling
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Patient relations
  • Treatment room breakdown

Interests

  • Gym Workouts
  • Adventure Travel
  • Food Photography

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Spadola and Vincent Dentistry
05.2025 - 08.2025

Dental Assistant

Dr. Marc Craigs Office
01.2025 - 03.2025

Front Desk Receptionist

JCC of Greater New Haven
06.2024 - 11.2024

Bristol Eastern High School

Dental Hygiene Certification - Dental Hygiene

Goodwin University