Melanie Resnick
Lower Burrell,PA
Summary
Skilled dental assistant with experience in supporting dentists and hygienists to deliver quality oral care. Demonstrated ability to manage patient records, prepare treatment rooms, and assist with dental procedures efficiently. Known for strong organizational skills and capability to maintain sterile environments, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Contributed to improving patient satisfaction scores through effective communication and service.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Tarentum, Pennsylvania
04.2011 - Current
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Maintained patient charts, including medical histories, medications, and allergies.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, applied dental fillings, placed temporary crowns and seated permanent crowns.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Prepared injection syringes for use in various dental procedures according to protocol standards.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss workflow strategies for improving productivity.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Implemented infection control policies when preparing treatment areas or disposing of hazardous waste materials.
Dental Assistant
Dr Demarco
Export, Pennsylvania
02.2002 - 04.2011
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burrell High School
Lower Burrell, PA05-1995
Skills
- Equipment sterilization
- Radiographic proficiency
- Impression taking
- Endodontic procedures
- Oral surgery assistance
- Four-handed procedures
- Dental radiography
- Exam room setups
- Dental impression specialist
- Patient charting
- Appointment scheduling
- Instrument preparation
- Restorative dentistry
- Scheduling appointments
- Patient relations
- Digital X-ray expertise
- Dental appliance fabrication
Timeline
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
04.2011 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr Demarco
02.2002 - 04.2011
High School Diploma -
Burrell High School