Michelle Jenkins
Tucson,AZ
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Immigration & Customs Enforcement
Eloy, AZ
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
Dental Assistant/Receptionist Assistant
Corona Dental
Tucson, AZ
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Greeted customers and visitors in a professional manner.
- Answered incoming calls and routed to appropriate personnel.
- Scheduled appointments for clients and ensured accuracy of information.
Dental Assistant
Rivers Edge Dental
Tucson, AZ
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
Dental Assistant
Smile More Dental
Tucson, AZ
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Greeted patients, provided them with necessary paperwork, and verified insurance information.
- Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments, and confirmed patient visits.
- Collected payments from patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Provided assistance to dentists during dental treatments and procedures as needed.
- Created a welcoming environment for patients by providing exceptional customer service at all times.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient office operations.
- Managed front desk operations including scheduling appointments, collecting payments.
- Ensured that all HIPAA regulations were followed while handling confidential patient information.
- Provided support with front office duties such as photocopying documents or scanning files.
- Verified, updated and entered patient information into system.
- Answered and managed incoming calls and emails.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Robert Badalov DDS
Tucson, AZ
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Periodontal Surgical Assistant
Southern Arizona Periodontist
Tucson, AZ
06.2017 - 11.2018
- Assisted periodontist in patient care by preparing and sterilizing instruments, setting up trays, and providing necessary items during procedures.
- Provided chair-side assistance to the periodontist during surgical procedures by passing instruments and materials as needed.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and sterile environment within the operating room.
- Obtained x-rays from radiographic equipment as requested by the periodontist.
- Documented patient medical histories accurately and completely in electronic health records system.
- Educated patients on post-operative instructions following periodontal surgeries.
- Monitored vital signs of patients before and after surgery under the direction of the periodontist.
- Assisted in taking impressions for study models using alginate material when instructed by doctor.
- Set up suction machines, air and water syringes, saliva ejectors, and other equipment used in periodontal surgery procedures.
- Ensured compliance with state laws regarding infection control measures while performing daily duties.
- Performed pre-operative and post-operative examinations to check patients' vitals and health status.
Skills
- Word Perfect 50,51
- Database
- Softdent
- Dentrix
- Alphanumeric filing
- Appointment scheduling proficiency
- Insurance verification competency
- Well-organized and efficient
- Soft tissue management
- Bleaching and whitening technique
- Perio charting
- Eaglesoft
- Dependable
- Can work well without supervision
- Honest, friendly
- Fabricate temporaries and pack cord
- Typing 50 wpm
- DbaseIV
- Dexis
- Computer charting
- Dental office expertise
- Infection Control (ICE)
- Sealants (SE)
- Study model pour and trim
- OSHA training
- Front office procedures expertise
- Dental equipment maintenance
- Digital radiology professional
- Quickly learn procedures and methods
- Enjoy working with people
- Cheerful personality
- Work well in a high pressure environment
Certification
Apollo College of Medical and Dental Careers Tucson,AZ
Diploma: Dental Assistant Graduated November 1993
X-ray Certified- State of Arizona 1999
Career Objectives
A Dental Assistant/DentalReceptionist position utilizing my skills as a self-motivated and assertive team player.
References
Nicole Canett
Hygienist/worked with at Dr Merchant
Cell : (520) 358-9867
Email: ncanettrdh@gmail.com
Dr. Robert Badalov DDS
Dentist/Supervisor
Cell : (520)990-2811 or
Office: (520) 7450321
Carol Blythe
Hygienist Worked with at
Dr. Badalov's office
Cell (520) 904-3420
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Immigration & Customs Enforcement
10.2023 - 01.2024
Dental Assistant/Receptionist Assistant
Corona Dental
03.2023 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant
Rivers Edge Dental
09.2022 - 11.2022
Dental Assistant
Smile More Dental
07.2021 - 01.2022
Dental Assistant
Dr. Robert Badalov DDS
01.2021 - 06.2021
Periodontal Surgical Assistant
Southern Arizona Periodontist
06.2017 - 11.2018
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