Neila Henderson
La Quinta,CA
Summary
Skilled and dedicated Registered Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Dr. Nicolas Gih DDS, excelling in patient care and dental radiography. Demonstrated ability to manage patient schedules efficiently while ensuring optimal infection control. Known for multitasking prowess and enhancing patient assessments through detailed health history reviews, contributing significantly to the practice's efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front Office /Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Dr. Nicolas Gih DDS
Claremont, CA
03.2014 - 03.2017
- Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately prior to patient departure from office visit.
- Documented all treatment plans in patient records according to office standards.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Assisted dentist in the administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using appointment software.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Collected payments from patients at time of service or following completion of treatment plan via cash or credit card transactions.
- Instructed patients on how to use prescribed oral health aids and products.
Front Office/ Register Dental Assistant
Dr. Jenny Sun DDS
Claremont, CA
03.2010 - 03.2017
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
Register Dental Assistant
Dr. Cox DDS
Claremont, Ca.
02.2008 - 02.2010
- Sterilized instruments and equipment in accordance with established protocols.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Education
Registered Dental Assistant
Bryman Institute
Anaheim, CA06-1981
High School Diploma -
Glendora High School
Glendora, CA06-1979
Skills
- Periodontics
- Exam room setups
- Dental office administration
- Patient intake procedures
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient schedule management
- Insurance claims processing
- Multitasking
- Dental procedure assistance
- Dental radiography
- Insurance billing
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
Affiliations
Enjoy outdoor activities walking, golf, pickleball, etc.
Certification
- Coronal polish license
- x-ray license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Front Office /Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Dr. Nicolas Gih DDS
03.2014 - 03.2017
Front Office/ Register Dental Assistant
Dr. Jenny Sun DDS
03.2010 - 03.2017
Register Dental Assistant
Dr. Cox DDS
02.2008 - 02.2010
Registered Dental Assistant
Bryman Institute
High School Diploma -
Glendora High School
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