Molly A. Terherst
POST FALLS
Summary
Detail-oriented dental assistant specializing in patient comfort and operational efficiency. Known for mentoring teams in best practices and enhancing workflow processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards and delivering high-quality dental care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Dr. Scott Warnica
Spokane Valley, WA
08.2018 - Current
- Mentored and trained junior dental assistants in clinical procedures and patient care standards.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols.
- Assisted in the development of efficient workflow processes to enhance patient experience.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and chair-side duties to include; composite and amalgam restorations, endodontic procedures, crown and bridge, and implant restoration. Proficient in temporary crown fabrication. Proficient with polyvinyl and digital scanning for all lab work to include night guard, ortho retainer, Essix retainer, bleach tray fabrication.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in patient care and dental assistance
- Assisted associate dentist with endodontic, extraction, bone graft, and implant placement procedures.
- Collaborated with the dentist to streamline treatment planning enhancing overall clinical outcomes
Dental Assistant
Dr. George Bourekis DDS
Spokane Valley, WA
08.2011 - 10.2017
- Assisted in chairside procedures to include; composite and amalgam restorations, all crown and bridge restorations including fabrication of temporary crown, implant restoration, root canal therapy, and surgical extractions.
- Proficient with digital radiography.
- Proficient in sterilization, operatory set up, and patient record keeping.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Joe Luchini DDS
Spokane, WA
07.2004 - 03.2011
- Assisted in chairside procedures to include composite and amalgam filling restorations, crown and bridge temporary fabrication, root canal therapy, simple and surgical extractions.
- Managed appointment scheduling and maintained accurate patient records using practice management software.
- Took, exposed, and prepared traditional radiographs.
- Responsible for in office night guard fabrication.
- Collaborated with dental team to streamline processes, improving overall clinic productivity.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Scott Davis DDS
Spokane, WA
03.2000 - 04.2004
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Implemented infection control procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
Education
Dental Assistant
Cascade Job Corps Center
Sedro-Woolley, WAGeneral Studies
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WASkills
- Digital scanning
- Digital 3D radiography
- Temporary crown fabrication
- Strong ability to work independently
- First aid and BLS training
- Patient comfort
- Knowledgeable in SoftDent, Dentrix, and EagleSoft software
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- First Aid and Basic Life Support Training -
Timeline
Lead Dental Assistant
Dr. Scott Warnica
08.2018 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. George Bourekis DDS
08.2011 - 10.2017
Dental Assistant
Dr. Joe Luchini DDS
07.2004 - 03.2011
Dental Assistant
Dr. Scott Davis DDS
03.2000 - 04.2004
Dental Assistant
Cascade Job Corps Center
General Studies
Skagit Valley College