Nicole Sachs
Rochester,NY
Summary
Compassionate Dental Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, dental procedure assistance, and infection control practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to ensure optimal patient comfort and support dentist's needs during procedures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dental Assistant
Braces Of Greece
Rochester, Ny
10.2020 - 10.2023
- Assisted orthodontists in applying braces and other dental appliances.
- Prepared treatment areas by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene protocols and post-treatment care.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Collaborated with dental team to ensure smooth patient flow during procedures.
- Monitored patient comfort and addressed concerns during treatments promptly.
- Maintained inventory of dental supplies and placed orders as needed.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
Teacher
TLC Adventure
Rochester, Ny
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive environment.
- Facilitated hands-on activities to encourage student participation and exploration.
- Communicated with parents regarding student performance and behavior issues.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Teacher's Assistant
Rochester Hearing and Speech
Rochester, Ny
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Supported classroom activities by organizing materials and preparing learning environments.
- Collaborated with speech therapists to implement communication strategies for students.
- Encouraged participation in group activities to enhance social skills among students.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students during instructional time and assessments.
- Maintained classroom organization and cleanliness to create a conducive learning space.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
Education
Gates Chili High School
Rochester, NySkills
- Patient management
- Treatment planning
- Appointment scheduling
- Inventory control
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Workflow optimization
- Problem solving
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Attention to detail
* Quick learner
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Braces Of Greece
10.2020 - 10.2023
Teacher
TLC Adventure
07.2020 - 10.2020
Teacher's Assistant
Rochester Hearing and Speech
08.2018 - 03.2020
Gates Chili High School