Rachel Plummer
Nampa,ID
Summary
Soon-to-be licensed dental hygienist with extensive hands-on training and a commitment to advancing skills in dentistry. Proven ability to foster strong relationships with colleagues and patients, enhancing teamwork and patient care. Eager to contribute to a dynamic dental practice and deliver high-quality oral health services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern/ Dental Assistant
Allin Family Dentistry
Ocala, FL
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with doctors to master preferred techniques and protocols.
- Executed duties of dental assistant, ensuring smooth office operations.
- Adapted quickly to team dynamics for enhanced collaboration.
- Utilized Dentrix software for efficient patient management.
Dental Assistant
Gentle Dental Boston
Nampa , ID
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Receptionist/ Housekeeper
Gainesville Health And Fitness
Gainesville, FL
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.
- Processed customer payments using cash registers or point-of-sale terminals according to company policies and procedures.
- Updated daily log book with information about visitors entering the premises.
Registered DEntal Assistant
Comfort Dental Braces
Renton , WA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
- Took intraoral radiographs using digital X-ray equipment per doctor's orders.
- Maintained inventory of supplies used during treatments.
- Provided chairside assistance during restorative treatment and surgeries as needed.
- Documented all treatment plans in patient records according to office standards.
Swim Instructor/ Lifeguard
Lifetime Fitness Clubs
Laguna Niguel, CA
08.2015 - 12.2019
- Provided first aid when necessary due to minor injuries sustained during lessons.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by monitoring the pool deck area before and after lessons.
- Taught basic survival skills such as floating, treading water, emergency exits from the pool.
- Updated records of attendance, skill levels achieved and other relevant information for each student.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions related to teaching methods and safety practices.
- Conducted regular safety checks of the facility including chemical levels in the pool water.
- Provided swimming instruction to individuals and groups of all ages.
Education
Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Carrington College
Boise09-2025
Diploma in Dental Assisting - Dental
College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL08-2023
Associate of Science - Health Science
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL08-2021
Skills
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Customer service
- Radiographic imaging
- Team collaboration
- Local anesthesia administration
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Gentle Dental Boston
08.2023 - 03.2024
Intern/ Dental Assistant
Allin Family Dentistry
06.2023 - 07.2025
Registered DEntal Assistant
Comfort Dental Braces
06.2021 - 08.2021
Receptionist/ Housekeeper
Gainesville Health And Fitness
06.2019 - 12.2021
Swim Instructor/ Lifeguard
Lifetime Fitness Clubs
08.2015 - 12.2019
Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Carrington College
Diploma in Dental Assisting - Dental
College of Central Florida
Associate of Science - Health Science
Santa Fe College
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