Marina Webster
Lakeview,OR
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Dr. Patrick Sabin's clinic, excelling in equipment sterilization and patient care. Demonstrated ability to improve scheduling efficiency and enhance patient satisfaction through proactive support and effective communication. Skilled in chair-side assistance and infection control, contributing to superior dental treatment outcomes and maintaining a safe, welcoming office environment.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr. Patrick Sabin
05.2000 - 10.2007
- 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.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
Physical Therapy Aide/Front Office Assistant
Lake District Hospital
03.1998 - 05.2000
- Assisted front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payments.
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety by setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and positioning patients as needed.
- Optimized scheduling efficiency through coordination with administrative staff members, minimizing appointment conflicts for both therapists and patients.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring progress and providing timely updates to supervising therapists.
- Increased patient engagement with therapeutic exercises through clear instruction, demonstration, and consistent encouragement.
- Improved patient recovery by assisting in implementing individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
- Recorded patient status in progress notes.
- Enforced safety procedures with all patients.
- Worked with patients from age [Number] to [Number].
- Performed electrical stimulation, ultrasounds, matrix, myofascial release and spot massages to improve patient movement and functions.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively transitioning patients between different phases of their rehabilitation journey.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Smoothly assisted, positioned, and secured patients at therapy devices to support safe treatment protocols.
- Assisted patients with employing assistive devices such as splints and braces to support treatment goals.
- Offered expert mobility assistance with physical support, wheelchairs, and other strategies.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Maintained a professional and welcoming environment for clients, contributing to an overall positive experience.
- Directed phone inquiries, answered customer questions, and scheduled appointments.
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns at the front desk.
- Updated client databases regularly while maintaining accuracy in contact details comprehensively.
- Supported staff members with administrative tasks, improving productivity across various departments.
- Managed inventory supplies, reducing waste and ensuring availability of essential materials for daily operations.
- Streamlined office operations for increased efficiency through effective organizational tasks such as filing, scheduling, and data entry.
- Provided training support for new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team environment.
- Enhanced communication with visitors and staff by distributing incoming mail and messages promptly and accurately.
- Reduced wait times for visitors by implementing more efficient check-in process.
- Managed multi-line phone system to direct calls to appropriate departments, enhancing communication efficiency.
- Improved patient satisfaction with courteous and efficient handling of appointment scheduling.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
- Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeview High School
Lakeview, OR06-2000
Skills
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Appointment scheduling
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Infection control proficiency
- Treatment room breakdown
- Oral hygiene education
- Dental material handling
- Sanitation protocols
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- First aid training
- Oral surgery assistance
- Dental staff assistance
- Dental staff support
- Endodontic procedure assistance
- Oral surgery
- Pediatric dental care
- Emergency response preparedness
- Orthodontic procedure support
- Periodontal treatment assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Patient records gathering
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Four-handed procedures
- Instrument selection
- Instrument preparation
- Chair-side support
- Infection control procedures
- Dental procedure preparation
- Chairside assistance
- Instrument tray preparation
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Instrument sterilization
- Treatment room preparation
- Personable communication
- CPR/AED
Accomplishments
I am Goal-Oriented hard working individual with a great personality and a genuine desire to work with the public. I get along well with others, responsible, honest, reliable, and able to take directions well. I am extremely motivated individual who is dependable and trustworthy. I work hard, has a great attitude, and uses effective communication skills. I am attentive, responsible and friendly. I can handle tough situations and can think quickly on my feet. Able to do basic math and pay attention to all details.
Certification
Medical Terminology Certificate, Anatomy Certificate, CPC Physician Certificate, CPC Exam Certificate
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dr. Patrick Sabin
05.2000 - 10.2007
Physical Therapy Aide/Front Office Assistant
Lake District Hospital
03.1998 - 05.2000
Medical Terminology Certificate, Anatomy Certificate, CPC Physician Certificate, CPC Exam Certificate
High School Diploma -
Lakeview High School
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