Nicole Kelash
Foley,MN
Summary
Dynamic dental assistant with extensive experience in the dental field, excelling in chair-side assistance and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient experiences through exceptional customer service and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Foley Public Schools
Foley, MN
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Implemented behavior management techniques designed by the teacher in order to help manage disruptive behaviors among students.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Dental Assistant
Milaca Family Dental
Milaca, MN
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments, and confirmed patient visits.
- Created a welcoming environment for patients by providing exceptional customer service at all times.
TEMP Dental Assistant
Dental Experts
, MN
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted multiple dentists in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Dental Assistant
Central Minnesota Orthodontics
Sartell, MN
12.2015 - 11.2018
- Monitored progress of each case by tracking changes in tooth movement over time.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
- Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
- Scheduled appointments for patients based on availability of doctors' time slots.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Hennepin Technical College
Eden Prairie, MN08-2006
Skills
- Chair-side assistance
- Digital radiography
- Instrument sterilization
- Patient scheduling
- Patient education
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism and etiquette
Timeline
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Foley Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2025
Dental Assistant
Milaca Family Dental
01.2021 - 05.2022
TEMP Dental Assistant
Dental Experts
11.2018 - 03.2020
Dental Assistant
Central Minnesota Orthodontics
12.2015 - 11.2018
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Hennepin Technical College