Parris George
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Talented Dental Assistant with ten years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions, and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments. Dental receptionist with a passion for delivering exceptional patient experiences. Experienced in managing front desk operations, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries. Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills, with a focus on creating a welcoming and efficient office environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Receptionist/Dental Assistant
Fairview Dental
Ellenwood, GEORGIA
08.2021 - 09.2024
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills, and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Greeted patients, provided them with necessary paperwork, and verified insurance information.
- Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments, and confirmed patient visits.
- Collected payments from patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans, medical histories, and financial transactions.
- Provided assistance to dentists during dental treatments and procedures as needed.
Shift Leader
Encore Clothing
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
Dental Assistant
Smile Zone Dental Clinic
Lithonia
04.2015 - 12.2018
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Education
College Preparatory - Dental Assisting
United Education Institute
Morrow, GA08.2014
High school diploma -
Merit College Preparatory Academy
Springville, UT05.2013
Skills
- Good verbal, written and interpersonal skills Great listener and quick learner Polite, courteous, encouraging Positive team player Responsible hard worker Dependable, reliable, trustworthy
- Certifications and Licenses
- Certified Dental Assistant Hazmat
- Customer service
- Shift management
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Dental Radiography
- Equipment Sterilization
- Impression Taking Skills
- Appointment Scheduling
- Insurance Verification
- Payment Processing
- Insurance Billing
- Patient Scheduling
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant, 08/01/23
- CPR Certification, 08/01/25
Timeline
Dental Receptionist/Dental Assistant
Fairview Dental
08.2021 - 09.2024
Shift Leader
Encore Clothing
03.2019 - 12.2021
Dental Assistant
Smile Zone Dental Clinic
04.2015 - 12.2018
- Certified Dental Assistant, 08/01/23
- CPR Certification, 08/01/25
College Preparatory - Dental Assisting
United Education Institute
High school diploma -
Merit College Preparatory Academy
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