Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, applied dental fillings, placed temporary crowns and seated permanent crowns.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Cadwell/Westcliffe Family Dental
Richland, Washington
06.2015 - 08.2019
Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, applied dental fillings, placed temporary crowns and seated permanent crowns.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Sales Associate
Tillys Clothing
Kennewick, WA
07.2013 - 06.2015
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA
08.2022
Dental Assistant Registration -
Grays Academy of Dental Assisting
Seattle, WA
05.2015
High School Diploma -
Hanford High School
Richland, WA
06.2014
Skills
First Aid/CPR certified
Digital x-rays
Alginate/ PVS impressions
Temporary crown/bridge
Coronal polishing
Adult/Child charting
Rubber Dams
PPE usage
Critical thinking
Computer skills
People skills
Customer service
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Lifetime Dental Care
08.2019 - Current
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Cadwell/Westcliffe Family Dental
06.2015 - 08.2019
Sales Associate
Tillys Clothing
07.2013 - 06.2015
Associate of Arts -
Columbia Basin College
Dental Assistant Registration -
Grays Academy of Dental Assisting
High School Diploma -
Hanford High School
Similar Profiles
Lorraine TaylorLorraine Taylor
Dental Assistant/Front Office Coordinator at Lifetime Dental CareDental Assistant/Front Office Coordinator at Lifetime Dental Care