Nicole Shafer
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Versatile and detail-oriented with 15+ years of experience in the dental industry. Specialized in patient care and administrative support. Proven expertise in managing patient records, scheduling treatments, and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols. Strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized environment, enhancing patient experiences and operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Toothio
Mesa, AZ
03.2024 - 06.2025
Dental Assistant
Johnson Ranch Dental
San Tan Valley, AZ
06.2023 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant
Dr. Logan
New Brighton, PA
12.2021 - 11.2022
Dental Assistant
Dental Dynamics Staffing
Parma Heights, OH
11.2012 - 12.2021
Education
Associate's degree - Dental Assisting
Ohio Valley College of Technology
East Liverpool, OH01-2008
Skills
- Fabricating temporary crowns
- Communication skills
- Front desk experience
- HIPAA
- Treatment planning
- Proficient with dental software
- Inventory management
- Dental impressions
- OSHA
- Itero
- Sterilization
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
- Confirming appointments
- Pouring models
- Intraoral camera
- Expose x-rays
- Chairside assisting
- Sterilization of instruments
- Technical Proficiency
- Sterilizations of instruments
- Attention to detail
- Mixing dental materials
- Exposing x-rays
- Vital signs
- Taking impressions/pouring models
- Insurance verification
- Scheduling treatment
Certification
- Radiology Certification December 2008 to Present
- Registered Dental Assistant December 2007 to Present
- CPR Certification November 2023 to November 2025
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Toothio
03.2024 - 06.2025
Dental Assistant
Johnson Ranch Dental
06.2023 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant
Dr. Logan
12.2021 - 11.2022
Dental Assistant
Dental Dynamics Staffing
11.2012 - 12.2021
Associate's degree - Dental Assisting
Ohio Valley College of Technology