Ka'Nijah McDonald

• Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
• Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
• Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
• Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.

Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients. Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures. Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review. Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts. Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care. I can assist with Implant procedures. Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration. Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.

Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment. Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient. Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures. Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts. Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.

Served regular meals and special dietary meals to patients following dietary needs. Provided assistance to cooks in food preparation area such as weigh, portioned purée meals and measured ingredients according to standard recipes. Unloaded food/tray carts and supplies to patients as scheduled, effectively and on time to patients in dining room and at bedside. Followed strict sanitation for surfaces, equipment, utensils and food handling guidelines. Assisted patients with special needs during mealtime with kindness and patience. Set up dining room tables before patients arrived to maintain meal plan productivity. Cleaned and maintained dining room during and after each meal service. Documented residents intake and output of meals and fluids. Returned soiled trays and dishes to dish room. Adhered to policy and procedures, including safety, health and confidentiality. Worked closely with team members to ensure needs of patients were being met. Immediately reported patients comments and complaints to the supervisor or dietitian.

Positioned and aligned components into machine to complete accurate assembly work. Recognized and reported defective material and equipment. Practice and implemented Safety

Consistently delivered exceptional customer service at front counter and at drive-thru window. Answered questions about menu selections and made recommendations when requested. While running cash register I executed cash transactions quickly and accurately. Kept the restaurant clean and ensured that counters and tables were properly sanitized. Followed all company safety standards, including safe food handling and quality. Accurately took customer orders and bagged carefully according to customer preference.