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Onella Powell

Onella Powell

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dedicated and Reliable Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with almost a decade of hands-on experience in the dental field. Excellent clinical and customer relations skills gained through years of experience within general and cosmetic high-volume dental practices. Demonstrates skills in administrative tasks such as charting, filing, insurance verification, scheduling, and confirming. Actively seeking a rewarding opportunity to leverage expertise, enhance patient outcomes, and contribute to the continued growth and success of a progressive dental practice.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Travel Consultant

Onestop Paradise
Atlanta, GA
09.2021 - Current

Expertise lies in crafting tailored travel itineraries that cater to the unique preferences and budgets of clients. I have a keen eye for detail and a knack for finding the best deals on flights, accommodations, and activities, ensuring that clients receive the most value for their money,

  • Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients, understand their preferences and address their needs and concerns promptly and courteously.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Mouthpeace Dentistry
02.2020 - 08.2021
  • Proficiency in assisting with dental procedures with meticulous attention to detail
  • Prioritization of patient comfort and safety
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other dental professionals to provide comprehensive patient care
  • Manage 5 operatories and assist doctors with over 25 patients estimating over $15,000 in daily production.
  • Monitor patient vitals and assist during IV Sedation procedures
  • Exceptional organizational skills for appointment management, patient record-keeping, and inventory oversight
  • Proficient in assisting dentists in implant placements and seating implant crowns
  • Strong commitment to excellence in patient care and practice efficiency
  • Commitment to maintaining safe and hygienic environment by adhering to infection control protocols, sterilization procedures, and safety regulations.
  • Proficiency in advanced restorative procedures and proactive preventive treatments
  • Changing Ortho power chains and Niti wires for speed brackets
  • Removing Ortho brackets
  • Fabricate bleaching trays, Essix retainers, and bite-guards.

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Stewart Family Dentistry
08.2017 - 01.2020
  • Proficiency in restorative procedures and preventive treatments
  • Proficient in taking x-rays, 3D CT Scans and Panoramic x-rays
  • Capacity to identify issues, and find solutions efficiently, especially in fast-paced clinical environments
  • Strong communication skills for effective patient interaction and case presentation
  • Proficient in fabricating temporary crowns and temporary bridges
  • Track record of achieving high treatment acceptance rates
  • Ability to adapt and excel in fast-paced dental environment, ensuring optimal patient care and satisfaction.

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Family Dentistry
10.2012 - 05.2017
  • Proficiency in taking and pouring dental impressions
  • Proficient in coronal polishing
  • Insurance Verification
  • Strong communication skills for compelling patient interaction and persuasive case presentations
  • Ability to educate patient about procedures and post-op care.

Education

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant -

National Dental Association (NDA)
12.2013

Certified Dental Assistant -

United Education Institution (UEI)
10.2012

Skills

  • Surgical Assistant
  • Orthodontic Assistant
  • CPR Certified
  • Dentrix
  • Charting
  • Biohazard / Infection Control
  • Patient care excellence
  • Digital and manual X-rays
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Cord packing
  • Temporary Crowns & Bridges Fabrication
  • Coronal Polishing
  • IV Sedation
  • Alginate Impressions

Volunteer Experience

  • Feed the Hungry
  • Atlanta Food Drive

Interests

Interior design

Certification

  • EFDA - Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
  • RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
  • CPR License
  • Radiology License
  • HIPPA/ OSHA Certified

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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Software

Dentrix

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Timeline

Travel Consultant

Onestop Paradise
09.2021 - Current

Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Mouthpeace Dentistry
02.2020 - 08.2021

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Stewart Family Dentistry
08.2017 - 01.2020

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Family Dentistry
10.2012 - 05.2017

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant -

National Dental Association (NDA)

Certified Dental Assistant -

United Education Institution (UEI)
Onella PowellExpanded Functions Dental Assistant