Perah Barrow
Dearborn,MI
Summary
Compassionate Dental Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, dental procedure assistance, and infection control practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to ensure optimal patient comfort and support dentist's needs during procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
PDC
Dearborn, MI
09.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Purdue University Global
12-2022
Dental Assisting -
Dorsey Schools
Dearborn08-2018
High School Diploma -
Dearborn High School
Dearborn, MI 07-2015
Skills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Clinical Support
- Patient Relations
- Instrument preparation
- Procedure Support
- Patient Counseling
- Appointment Scheduling
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Stress management techniques
- Four-handed procedures
Availability
- Monday and Wednesdays / 9:30a.m-5:30p.m
- Tuesdays / 9:30a.m-2p.m
- Thursdays / 9:30a.m-3p.m
Desired Salary
- $23 per hour (willing to discuss)
Timeline
Dental Assistant
PDC
09.2018 - Current
Associate of Applied Science -
Purdue University Global
Dental Assisting -
Dorsey Schools
High School Diploma -
Dearborn High School
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