Michelle Garner
Cleveland,TX
Summary
To find a permanent position in the dental field in which I can utilize all of my skills and training to become an asset to the team and provide quality dental care to every patient.
Dental professional prepared to provide high-quality patient care in dynamic dental environment. Adept in dental radiography, chairside assistance, and maintaining sterilization protocols. Reliable team player with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Currently preparing to re take exams and renew RDA.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Kimberly C. Andersen, DDS
The Woodlands, TX
01.2006 - 06.2015
- Nitrous oxide certified.
- Assisted in patient preparation, ensuring comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Managed sterilization of instruments and maintained compliance with infection control protocols.
- Supported dentists in performing procedures by anticipating needs and providing necessary tools.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, improving office efficiency and reducing patient wait times.
Registered Dental Assistant
Tex-Dent, Inc.
Humble, TX
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Assisted in all dental procedures.
- Provided patient care and service.
- Maintained inventory and supplies.
- Helped with front desk duties when needed.
- Handled refill calls to pharmacy.
- Returned non emergency patient calls to answer questions.
- Excellent at making esthetic acrylic temporaries.
- Took impressions, completed try-ins, delivered dentures and partials.
- Nitrous oxide certified.
Assistant Manager
Claire’s Boutique’s, Inc.
Humble, TX
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Increased sales from -9.5% to +5.2% within six months.
- Continually doubled sales each holiday season.
- Decreased inventory losses by 10%.
- Hired, trained, and managed six sales associates.
- Handled cash, checks, and credit payments.
- Kept bank records, made daily deposits and reconciliation.
- Worked directly under district manager to maintain corporate standards in regards to inventory placement and merchandise appearance.
Assistant Manager
Deb Shops, Inc.
Humble, TX
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Increased sales by 9%.
- Hired, trained, and managed 10 sales associates.
- Decreased inventory losses by over 50% in only six months.
- Acted as store manager while manager was on leave.
- Handled all bank transactions.
Store Manager
Spotlight Video
Cleveland, TX
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Assisted in grand opening.
- Worked directly with owner to increase estimated profits for first six months.
- Responsible for inventory control, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
- Ordering and placing merchandise.
- Monthly maintenance of accounts.
Education
High School Diploma -
National Institute of Technology
Greenspoint, TX01-2004
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Heritage Christian Academy
Cleveland, TX01-2000
Skills
- Prioritization and scheduling expertise
- Oral hygiene education
- Digital chart management
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Infection control expertise
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient care excellence
- Team collaboration
- Patient relations
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Kimberly C. Andersen, DDS
01.2006 - 06.2015
Registered Dental Assistant
Tex-Dent, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2006
Assistant Manager
Deb Shops, Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2003
Assistant Manager
Claire’s Boutique’s, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2004
Store Manager
Spotlight Video
01.1999 - 01.2000
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Heritage Christian Academy
High School Diploma -
National Institute of Technology