Olivia Homan
Memphis,TN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Sexton Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, showcasing exceptional patient care excellence and dental radiography proficiency. Elevated patient satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail, significantly enhancing treatment outcomes. Demonstrated strong team collaboration and infection control expertise, contributing to a safe and efficient clinical environment.
Professional dental assistant with strong foundation in patient care, dental procedures, and administrative support. Known for effective collaboration with dental teams and adaptability to changing clinic needs. Skilled in radiography, infection control, and patient education. Reliable and focused on achieving optimal results for both patients and practice.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Sexton Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
05.2017 - 11.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality chairside assistance during dental procedures.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Typed patient data into computer system using 'DSN' while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
- Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Supported dentists during the administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Collaborated with dental team members to deliver comprehensive care for all patients.
- Recognized for consistently providing a high level of patient care, contributing to increased patient retention and referral rates.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Streamlined dental office operations with efficient inventory management and ordering of supplies.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 6-12 procedures daily.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, and pulse.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
5100 Poplar Avenue #13203-2017
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Electronic charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Patient care excellence
- Team collaboration
- Infection control expertise
- Infection control proficiency
- Impression taking accuracy
- Patient relations
- Continuing education commitment
- Appointment scheduling efficiency
- Dental radiography
- Oral surgery
- Dental software fluency
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Digital radiography proficiency
- Dental procedure assistance
- Strong manual dexterity
- Local anesthetic proficiency
- Medical records management
- Patient counseling
- Multitasking
- Stress management techniques
- Exam room setups
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Cross-cultural design
- Four-handed procedures
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Inventory management
- X-ray processing
- Dental impressions
- Sanitation protocols
- Treatment room setup
- First aid training
- Patient education
- Sterilization techniques
- Dental records
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient scheduling
- Patient services
- Knowledgeable in [software]
- Treatment room breakdown
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care coordination
- Dental staff support
- Clinical support
- Procedure support
- Proficient in [software]
- Dental staff assistance
- Patient data gathering
- Dental terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration abilities
- OSHA regulations
- Chairside assistance
- Infection control procedures
- Oral X-rays
- Dental procedure preparation
- Instrument preparation
- Radiography safety
- Instrument selection
- Patient records gathering
- Surgical setup
- Dental hygiene
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Chair-side support
- Oral healthcare
- Taking X-rays
- Oral health education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Customer service
- CPR/AED
- Treatment room preparation
- Dental assistant (RDA)
- Data entry
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Patient flow management
Accomplishments
- Led implementation of digital x-ray system, optimizing workflow 90%.
- Improved patient education by working with dentists to create patient education program covering general dental hygiene and post-surgical care.
- Introduced online new patient forms, streamlining intake process.
- Mentored over 10 dental assistants.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
Certification
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification - TN Dental Board.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - TN Dental Board.
- OSHA Certified
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Sexton Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
05.2017 - 11.2024
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification - TN Dental Board.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - TN Dental Board.
- OSHA Certified
- CPR/AED Certification
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
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