Mckenzie Mckellar

• Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, inventory availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
• Established great communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
• Review and approve project proofs making sure all customer requirements are met before production.

• Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.

• Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic images and prepared for dentists to review.

• Educated patients and guardians of patients on treatment procedures, cleanings and post-procedure home care.

• Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.

• Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities

• Assisted Chairside, followed treatment plans and efficiently prepared and sterilized rooms between patients.

• Assisted the dentist during procedures on oral surgery days. Ensuring treatment plans were followed while maintaining efficiency.

• Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patients treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.

• Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.

• Attached wiring for braces, ties and power chains. Advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.

• Made impressions of teeth for retainers and other oral fixtures.

• Prepared and polished patients teeth before having braces installed.

• Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during appointments and procedures

• Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.

• Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated. Took bitewing, periapical, and panoramic images.

• Built loyal patient relationships and retained to returning patients by providing empathetic and caring service. Checked with patients throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety/fears.

• 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