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Mechelle Pizana

Federal Way,WA

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting . Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Talented Dental Assistant with [Number] years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments. Patient-focused Dental Assistant offering [Number] years of experience in providing dentistry support in rapidly growing dental offices. Skilled in preparing patients for examinations and providing chairside assistance during routine and complex procedures. Quick to build relationships and successful in easing patients anxiety. Reliable Dental Assistant with [Number] years of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting with [Number]-hand procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, [Skill] and preparing materials for impressions or restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients. Quick-thinking Dental Assistant Intern with experience scheduling appointments, filing records, charting tooth decay and maintaining dental equipment. Precise communicator skilled at working with dental team staff, entering patient data with accuracy and maintaining confidentiality. Highly adaptable with great problem-solving skills. Resourceful Dental Assistant with [Number] years of expertise using teamwork and communication to drive outstanding patient care. Efficient when prepping exam rooms using standard infection control procedures. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic [Job Title] eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of [Task] and training in [Skill]. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in [Industry]. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Reliable employee seeking [Job Title] position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Experienced [Job Title] with over [Number] years of experience in [Industry]. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Dedicated [Industry] professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Michael E McDade
Federal Way, WA
02.2013 - 05.2022
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
  • Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.
  • Assisted dentist with paperwork and billing protocol for both routine and less common procedures.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Used [Software] to document and maintain patient information and health background.

Education

GED -

Green River Community College
Auburn, WA
07.1984

Skills

  • Oral Hygiene Techniques
  • Advising and Educating Patients
  • Postoperative Care Instructions
  • Advising Patients
  • Patient Care Standards
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Emergency Dental Care
  • Occlusal Registrations
  • Taking Medical and Dental Histories
  • Procedure Support
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Instrument Tray Preparation
  • Oral Health Assessments
  • Relationship Building
  • Patient Flow Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Supply Ordering
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Treatment Planning
  • Medical Charting
  • Disinfection and Sterilization
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Dental Radiography
  • Preliminary Impressions
  • Crown and Bridge Construction
  • Denture Adjustment
  • Periodontics and Endodontics

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Michael E McDade
02.2013 - 05.2022

GED -

Green River Community College
Mechelle Pizana