Michelle Pinel
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Current student looking to further my education and grow in a new career path. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Ready to take on all responsibility to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Cosmic Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Fort Lauderdale, FL
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- 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.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
Dental Hygienist
East Alabama Pediatric Dentistry
Auburn, AL
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Removed plaque and tartar from teeth using hand and mechanical scaler tools.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Took dental X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments.
Dental Assistant
East Alabama Pediatric Dentistry
Auburn, AL
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Dental Assistant
Smilemakers Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Montgomery , AL
10.2017 - 03.2019
- Took impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Created dental x-rays to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Sanitation protocols
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Verbal Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem solving
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Customer Relations
- Recordkeeping
- Calendar Management
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Cosmic Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
03.2023 - Current
Dental Hygienist
East Alabama Pediatric Dentistry
05.2021 - 07.2022
Dental Assistant
East Alabama Pediatric Dentistry
03.2019 - 07.2022
Dental Assistant
Smilemakers Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
10.2017 - 03.2019
Some College (No Degree) -
Grand Canyon University
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