Mary RIsh
Clarksville,TN
Summary
I am a very dedicated employee, and a team player. I work hard in order to achieve my goals. I am able to stay on task with multi doctors and supply the needs of the patient. I strive to get the job completed in the safest way possible. I enjoy my work environment but will continue to stay professional. My goal is to have a positive work relationship with the Doctors and staff throughout my daily duties.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
InGenesis
08.2022 - Current
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Provided chair side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist
- Took bitewing. Periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentist to review.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Obtain and record related medical history of patient, and route patient for medical tests and services when required.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor s review.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Take preliminary impressions for study models, re move sutures, place and remove rubber dams, perio-packs, matrix bands, and wedges.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Team Member
Arbys Restaurant
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Organized inventory shelves for easy access and maintenance of stock levels.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
- Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store with friendly demeanor.
- Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Boosted overall productivity by identifying areas for improvement and developing targeted strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clarksville High School
Clarksville, TN05.2021
Skills
- Impressions
- Matrix bands / wedges
- Place / remove isolites
- Palodent / Garrison
- Time management
- Endo procedures knowledge
- Prosthodontics knowledge
- Patient Care
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- HIPPA
- OSHA
- Infection Control
- Radiology Certificate
- Bloodborne Pathogens
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- HIPPA - Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- X-ray
Timeline
Dental Assistant
InGenesis
08.2022 - Current
Team Member
Arbys Restaurant
02.2021 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Clarksville High School