Megan Handshoe
Kendallville,IN
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.
Knowledge in Computer skills and up to date technology.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Angola Dental Center
10.2019 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Placed composite fillings, made temporary crowns and cemented permanent crowns.
- Estimated insurance for patient treatment plans
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Dental Assistant
Midwest Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for several procedures daily.
- Took Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Assisted the Doctor in surgical procedures.
- Took patients vitals pre-op and post-op
- Monitored patient vitals during surgery
- Charted notes via the computer
Orthodontic Technician
ELD Orthodontics
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Enhanced patient comfort by utilizing proper orthodontic appliance placement techniques.
- Ensured precise fit of appliances by skillfully taking accurate dental impressions and measurements.
- Stayed current with industry advancements through ongoing professional development courses and workshops.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Optimized patient flow within the practice by coordinating seamless transitions between examination rooms.
Bank Teller
Garrett State Bank
03.2013 - 02.2015
- Streamlined teller operations for better workflow by implementing time-management strategies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing account inquiries.
- Conducted daily audits of cash drawer, ensuring accuracy and compliance with bank policies.
- Processed loan payments accurately, contributing to the overall efficiency of branch operations.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Provided customer records, account statements and copies of checks.
- Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
- Counted and packaged currency and coins.
Education
Associates Degree Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting
Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN2017
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN2016
High School Diploma -
Garrett High School
Garrett, IN2014
Skills
- Patient Services
- Procedure Support
- Patient Education
- X-Ray Processing
- Treatment Room Setup
- Dental Impressions
- Electronic Charting
- Dental Radiography
Certification
Dental Assisting Certification
Dental Radiology License
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Angola Dental Center
10.2019 - Current
Dental Assistant
Midwest Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery
01.2018 - 10.2019
Orthodontic Technician
ELD Orthodontics
05.2017 - 01.2018
Bank Teller
Garrett State Bank
03.2013 - 02.2015
Associates Degree Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting
Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Garrett High School
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