MCKAYLA CECIL
Broken Arrow,OK
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Dental Assistant
Department Of Veterans Affairs
10.2022 - Current
- Warmly greeted Veterans and helped them fill out intake and consent forms
- Took dental radiographs, following strict patient protection rules
- Prepared and positioned Veterans for procedures, including placing napkins and patient safety devices
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids and mixing materials for casts or impressions
- Made dental impressions used in diagnostics, opposing models and study casts
- Writing lab prescriptions
- Provided patient education on dental hygiene and pre- and post-surgical care
- Helped dentists restore teeth using permanent or temporary fillings
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment
- Measured and recorded vital statistics like patient's blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Managing and coordinating scheduling as an MSA
- Charting and scheduling programs: CPRS, DRM, Excel, Vista, GUI, Vet Link, Patient Center Scheduling
- Maintaining dental equipment
- Waterline Testing for Infection Control
- Responsible for the waterline maintenance, testing, and treatment for the Dental Service
- Reviewing Leave request and submitting timecards in VATAS as timekeeper
- Coordinates supplies with logistics and request new items as required by commodities committee
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 8-12 procedures daily
- Submitted documentation and reports to upper management.
- Recommended changes to policies and procedures to maximize team efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained accurate inventory, working with purchasing department and logistics for resupply
- Maintained safety records and accident reports for human resources.
- Completed yearly evaluations, set realistic goals and determined pay raises.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Balance staffing as workloads changed.
- Worked directly with providers as a liaison in department to coordinate and conduct care for veterans.
- Placed and obtained consults to provide the care for veterans, and developed better processes, policies, and requirements to ensure the service line meets its standards and requirements of care.
- Analyze and identify trends or issues within the service for consults placed.
- Determine the oversite on data management to maintain the care of veterans with appointments.
Dental Assistant
Eastern Oklahoma Veteran Affairs
12.2020 - 10.2022
- Warmly greeted Veterans and helped them fill out intake and consent forms
- Took dental radiographs, following strict patient protection rules
- Prepared and positioned Veterans for procedures, including placing napkins and patient safety devices
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids and mixing materials for casts or impressions
- Made dental impressions used in diagnostics, opposing models and study casts
- Writing lab prescriptions
- Provided patient education on dental hygiene and pre- and post-surgical care
- Helped dentists restore teeth using permanent or temporary fillings
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment
- Measured and recorded vital statistics like patient's blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Managing and coordinating scheduling as an MSA
- Charting and scheduling programs: CPRS, DRM, Excel, Vista, GUI, Vet Link, Patient Center Scheduling
- Maintaining dental equipment
- Waterline Testing for Infection Control
- Responsible for the waterline maintenance, testing, and treatment for the Dental Service
- Reviewing Leave request and submitting timecards in VATAS as timekeeper
- Coordinates supplies with logistics and request new items as required by commodities committee
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 8-12 procedures daily
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
Dental Assistant
Cherokee Nation
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Warmly greeted patients and helped them fill out intake and consent forms
- Took dental radiographs, following strict patient protection
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, and mixing materials for casts or impressions
- Made dental impressions used in diagnostics, opposing models and study casts
- Provided patient education on dental hygiene and pre- and post-surgical care
- Helped dentists restore teeth using permanent or temporary fillings
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment
- Measured and recorded vital statistics like patient's blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- CPR and First Aid Certified.
Lead Dental Assistant
Cherokee Nation
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for impressions
- Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
- Supported dentists during procedures to restore teeth, like dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Managing assistants, ordering, and balancing yearly budgets
Dental Assistant
Cherokee Nation Cooweescoowee
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Warmly greeted patients and helped them fill out intake and consent forms
- Took dental radiographs, following strict patient protection rules
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, including placing napkins and patient safety devices
- Managing assistants, ordering, and balancing yearly budgets
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, and mixing materials for casts or impressions
- Made dental impressions used in diagnostics, opposing models and study casts
- Provided patient education on dental hygiene and pre- and post-surgical care
- Helped dentists restore teeth using permanent or temporary fillings
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment
- Measured and recorded vital statistics like patient's blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- CPR and First Aid Certified.
Medical Courier
Self Employed
07.2016 - 03.2017
- OmniCare
- Loaded vehicle and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing the best and most efficient routes
- Recorded each delivery using the proper paperwork before leaving the warehouse
- Recorded delivery information using barcode scanner
- Fostered positive working relationships with customers by responding to their questions and concerns
- Practiced safe and secure loading methods to avoid damaging medicine
- Completed all documentation neatly and accurately.
Cashier Waitress
Cherokee Casino Ramona
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Consistently provided friendly guest service and heartfelt hospitality
- Demonstrated integrity and honesty while interacting with guests, team members and managers
- Operated sales register quickly and efficiently
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations
- Verified that prepared food met all standards for quality and quantity
- Handled currency and credit transactions quickly and accurately
- Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations
- Reported to each shift on time and ready to work.
Case Manager
West Corporation
09.2014 - 03.2015
- Insurance Adjustment Responsibilities
- Extensive Knowledge of Microsoft Corporation Computer Software Suites
- Responsible for managing customer information and insurance stipulations and requirements.
Daycare Teacher
08.2011 - 07.2013
- The Children's Depot
- Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method
- Established a safe play environment for the children
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles
- Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others
- Made nutritious snacks for the children
- CPR and First Aid Certified.
Education
High School Diploma -
Collinsville High School
Collinsville, OK05.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Hygiene
Tulsa Community College Northeast
Tulsa, Campus, Collinsville, OKCertified Dental Assistant -
Dental Assisting National Board
07.2022
Skills
- Instrument Tray Preparation
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Preliminary Impressions
- Customer Service
- Medical Charting
- Oral Hygiene Techniques
- Emergency Dental Care
- Patient Care Standards
- Dental Radiography
- Occlusal Registrations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Advising and Educating Patients
- Taking Medical and Dental Histories
- Data Entry
- Appointment Scheduling
- Surgical Extractions
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- Oral Surgery
- Sealant Application
- Business process improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Analytical Thinking
- Adaptability
SSR
Special Salary Rate
Supervisory Dental Assistant
6/5/2022-Current $74,576.00
Timeline
Supervisory Dental Assistant
Department Of Veterans Affairs
10.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
Eastern Oklahoma Veteran Affairs
12.2020 - 10.2022
Dental Assistant
Cherokee Nation
10.2019 - 12.2020
Lead Dental Assistant
Cherokee Nation
05.2018 - 10.2019
Dental Assistant
Cherokee Nation Cooweescoowee
04.2017 - 05.2018
Medical Courier
Self Employed
07.2016 - 03.2017
Cashier Waitress
Cherokee Casino Ramona
03.2015 - 06.2016
Case Manager
West Corporation
09.2014 - 03.2015
Daycare Teacher
08.2011 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Collinsville High School
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Hygiene
Tulsa Community College Northeast
Certified Dental Assistant -
Dental Assisting National Board