PATRICIA BROWN
GLENARDEN,MD
Summary
Positive and caring individual with solid foundation in dental health principles and patient care. Extensive knowledge of dental procedures and infection control protocols, coupled with proficiency in dental radiography and patient scheduling. Committed to enhancing patient experience and contributing to smooth and efficient dental practice.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Family Dental Care LLC
05.2005 - Current
- Cleaned and 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.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Cashier Assistant
Keith And Sons
01.2005 - 05.2005
- Met customer needs through polite, friendly and attentive service.
- Maintained a clean and safe workspace, ensuring proper sanitation protocols were followed.
- Handled cash drawer responsibly, accurately counting change and ensuring daily balances were correct.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Cleaned, swept, mopped, and disinfected shop area to maintain customer safety and health.
- Worked with other associates to support cashiers and management needs.
- Cleaned and sanitized cashier workstation and scanning area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenwoods Grade School
Guyana04.1996
Skills
- Equipment sterilization
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Appointment scheduling
- X-ray processing
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Family Dental Care LLC
05.2005 - Current
Cashier Assistant
Keith And Sons
01.2005 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Greenwoods Grade School
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