NIKKI LOVE
Wichita,United States
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant with over 20 years of experience fostering strong patient relationships and delivering exceptional support during routine and complex dental procedures. Proficient in endodontic surgeries, implant placements, and a comprehensive range of general dentistry practices, ensuring the highest standards of care. Seeking to advance in a dynamic dental practice that values professional development and offers opportunities for growth. Committed to enhancing patient experiences through compassionate care and expert assistance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Scale House Operator
Air Capitol Materials
Wichita, KS
10.2024 - Current
- Operated scale systems to ensure accurate weight measurements for inbound and outbound materials.
- Monitored material flow and inventory levels to maintain efficient operations within facility.
- Coordinated with truck drivers to facilitate timely loading and unloading processes.
- Trained new staff on scale house procedures, enhancing team performance and operational consistency.
- Collaborated with management to resolve discrepancies in material weights and billing issues effectively.
- Answered customer calls professionally and routed to appropriate person.
Accounting and Business Assistant
Sedgwick County Electric Coop.
Cheney, KS
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed and maintained comprehensive filing systems for improved data retrieval and organization.
- Provided exceptional support during periods of high work volume or staffing shortages to maintain a seamless flow of operations.
- Managed complex projects successfully from inception to completion while consistently meeting deadlines under pressure situations.
- Managed, received, and posted the daily payment.
- Managed daily bank deposits.
- Produced and manged monthly reports.
- Answered phones and engaged with customers.
- Managed customers accounts.
Dental Assistant
Wichita Endodontics
Wichita, KS
01.2018 - 10.2023
- Assisted in chairside endodontic procedures and surgeries, ensuring patient comfort and efficient workflow.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Trained new staff on clinical protocols and office procedures to enhance team performance.
- Implemented inventory management system for dental supplies, reducing waste significantly.
Dental Assistant
Dr.Baxter
Maize, Ks
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Assisted in chairside procedures for general dentistry, endo, and oral surgery, ensuring patient comfort and efficient workflow.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Managed appointment scheduling to optimize patient flow and reduce wait times.
- Prepared examination rooms and maintained instruments for optimal hygiene standards.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices.
- 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
GraceMed
Wichita, Ks
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Escorted patients to rooms, took blood pressures, took necessary radiographs, and recorded all necessary existing work. Assisted dentist in general dentistry/root canals/oral surgery procedures, clean/disinfected rooms and instruments as need.
Table Games Dealer
Kansas Star Casino
Mulvane, Ks
11.2012 - 05.2015
- Table games dealer in every game except craps.
Education
Associate of Science - Pre-requisites for Hyg. School
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, Ks01-2015
Dental Assisting - undefined
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS, United States01-2003
Skills
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Treatment room setup
- Patient education
- Four or six handed procedures
- Proficient in Restorative/Endodontic/Periodontics/Oral Surgery procedures
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Electronic charting
- Office administration duties
- Multitasking
- HIPAA compliance and OSHA regulations
Timeline
Scale House Operator
Air Capitol Materials
10.2024 - Current
Accounting and Business Assistant
Sedgwick County Electric Coop.
10.2023 - 10.2024
Dental Assistant
Wichita Endodontics
01.2018 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant
Dr.Baxter
07.2017 - 02.2018
Dental Assistant
GraceMed
05.2015 - 07.2017
Table Games Dealer
Kansas Star Casino
11.2012 - 05.2015
Dental Assisting - undefined
Wichita Area Technical College
Associate of Science - Pre-requisites for Hyg. School
Hutchinson Community College