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Paris Bates

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Friendly and reliable dental assistant with a strong focus on patient care and supporting smooth, efficient dental procedures. Experienced in using dental software, taking radiographs, and keeping a clean, safe environment through solid sterilization and infection control practices. Brings a background in retail, great communication skills, and a calm, caring attitude to every patient interaction.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Pacific Dental Services
10.2024 - Current

Learned to use new and transformative technology, such as Digital X-Rays and CEREC/ CAD/CAM single-visit/ same day crown


Took dental impressions for night guards, retainers , dentures and even lab crowns.


Assisted in treatment like inlay/onlay , fillings, extractions mainly with bone graft & membrane , all types of cleanings , root canals , and oral fitness screening checks pertaining to the mouth and body connection.


I changed dental chair traps, did daily maintenance with auto clave and ultrasonic machines.


Responsible for ensuring that dental instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized

sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.


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.

Entry Level Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental
05.2024 - 10.2024

Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.


Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.


Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.


Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.


Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.


Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.

Guest Service Associate

Target
03.2020 - 05.2024
  • My experience is perfect for guest service roles and interacting with customers and patients
  • I have worked at target for going on 3 to 4 years now
  • I have experienced multiple roles there so I was very flexible in most positions including General merchandise, fulfillment, stocking, inventory, etc
  • In the front area of service engagement I did self checkout, worked on the check lanes, online Starbucks and drive up orders, cart attendant, and zoning the coolers at the front
  • Also making sure everything was neat and presentable through the whole store
  • Aside with that I ran re-shop bringing items back where they belong in the store to help clutter as well
  • This helped me learn the ability to interact with guest and to better help their experience
  • It also helped me learn problem solving skills and great decision making to help guest concerns

Sterile Processing Technician (Training)

Scarlet Oaks Career Campus
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Completed hands-on coursework in instrument sterilization, infection control, and medical equipment processing
  • Gained foundational knowledge of healthcare safety standards and procedures
  • Graduated early before certification eligibility

Sales Associate

Forever 21
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • I was a style consultant and cashier
  • I organized shelves, hangers, and clothes to their right section
  • Basically re folding clothes and zoning my sections to keep it neat and presentable
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs

Just 4 Kids Babysitting/Daycare
05.2016 - 07.2019
  • This was my first official job before turning 16
  • I worked at Just 4 Kids, one of my friends family daycare
  • I helped clean up, prep meals daily, assist daycare teachers in classrooms and on field trips, and spend time with kids

Education

High School Diploma -

Princeton High School
Springdale Oh
11-2023

Junior High School Education -

Scarlet Oaks
Cincinnati, OH
01.2022

Skills

  • Customer Services
  • Dental radiography
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Professionalism
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Multitasking

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant, 08/01/23 - Present
  • Radiology Certification, 08/01/23 - Present
  • X-Ray Certification, 08/01/23 - Present
  • Cpr certification

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Pacific Dental Services
10.2024 - Current

Entry Level Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental
05.2024 - 10.2024

Sterile Processing Technician (Training)

Scarlet Oaks Career Campus
08.2021 - 12.2022

Sales Associate

Forever 21
03.2021 - 09.2021

Guest Service Associate

Target
03.2020 - 05.2024

Just 4 Kids Babysitting/Daycare
05.2016 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Princeton High School

Junior High School Education -

Scarlet Oaks
Paris Bates