Ransphilia MAMMAH
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Seeking to be a productive asset within a practice that has a challenging, energetic, and an enjoyable work environment with growth opportunities in the dental field, where my skills are effectively utilized to their potential.
Hard-working individual with exceptional knowledge in dental terminology and post-surgical patient care. An energetic Oral Surgery Assistant considered an expert communicator and a dedicated patient advocate.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oral surgery Assistant
Pacific dental services
04.2022 - Current
- Preparing patient charts, recording treatment plans, and updating dental records
- Operating X-ray and 3D scanning equipment and developing radiographs for diagnostic purposes
- Preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols
- Assisting the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup
- Preparing patients for surgery and monitoring vital signs during procedures
- Providing patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes
- Monitoring our stock of surgical supplies and medication and replenishing these, as needed
- Ensuring that instruments and equipment are effectively maintained
- Providing excellent patient care at all times.
Dental and Ortho Asst, Dental Assistant
Leaf Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Performed oral prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, sealants, and seated dental appliances
- Acquired, developed, and interpreted Panoramic, Bite-wing, Periapical, and Occlusal radiographs
- Assist Doctor with many difficult patients, including special needs and extremely nervous children
- Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties
- Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records
- Competently prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams and composites
- Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance training
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing
- Responsible for sterilization of instruments
- Chair side assisting duties such as passing instruments for placing of brackets or making adjustments
- Chair Side Assassinating Removing Orthodontic Ties Retying Taking Impressions Pouring/Trimming Models Setting patients up for X-Ray Developing X-Rays
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily
Dental Assistant
Schneiderman and Barr General Dentistry
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Expose radiographs and process dental X-rays as directed by a dentist
- Prepare materials for impressions and restorations
- Preparation of dental operatory for treatment/disinfection and barrier protection; Sterilization of dental instruments; Taking X-rays, Tray set-ups; Equipment maintenance (hand pieces’ /x-ray processor); Inventory control; Linen control and disposal; Pour up impressions
- Supports dental clinic operations by preparation and maintenance of dental work areas, materials, supplies and equipment; and to provide backup support for clerical functions
- Patient chart set-up; Patient chart filing; Backup telephone coverage; Backup appointment scheduling; Backup patient reception; Seating and dismissal of patients;
- Taking patient blood pressures; Maintenance of sterilization solutions
- Demonstrated ability to do detailed work according to established formats and protocols
- Ability to communicate effectively and clearly (both written and oral communication)
- Ability to manage multiple projects to conclusion able to interact effectively with other employees in all levels of the organization as well as with the general public
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily
Dental Hygienist Assistant/Dental receptionist
Neibauer Dental Care
03.2013 - 05.2015
- Proficient in Dentrix 4G, taking digital x-rays, and assisting Dentist and Hygienist with patient treatment plans
- Cleaning and preparing room for patients before and after exams
- Assist Hygienist with periodontal charting, performing prophy, polishing, flossing, and applying fluoride
- Responsible for writing clinical notes, scheduling appointments, making reminder calls, and instructing patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Sterilize instruments, ensuring that all OSHA policies and procedures are followed thoroughly
- Front Office / Patient Registration, Insurance verification, confirm upcoming appointments and recalls according to office protocol
- Arrange patient charts for next day appointments, checking patient in and out, Collect and receipt of payments from patients at time of treatment
- Exposed, developed and mounted both intraoral and extra oral dental x-rays
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in epic
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis
- Supported dentists during emergency dental situations by assisting with procedures
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay
- Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Managed on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity
Education
Dental Assistant Certification -
American College of Commerce & Technology
Falls Church, VA03.2013
Dental Radiation Safety Certificate -
Metropolitan Institute of Health & Technology
Business Information Technology Certificate -
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05.
Skills
- Efficient Treatment Room Setup
- Oral surgery
- Relationship Building
- Local and proficiency
- Advising Patients
- Equipment sterilization
- Supply Ordering
- Dental staff assistance
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient data gathering
- Data confidentiality measures
- Dental office administration
- Electronic Charting
- Patient intake procedures
- Patient relations
- Strong manual dexterity
- Full Mouth Radiographs
- Dental impression specialist
- Planning and Coordination
- Dental radiography
- Postoperative care
- Front desk assistance
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
Languages
krio
Timeline
Oral surgery Assistant
Pacific dental services
04.2022 - Current
Dental and Ortho Asst, Dental Assistant
Leaf Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric
12.2019 - 04.2022
Dental Assistant
Schneiderman and Barr General Dentistry
05.2015 - 02.2017
Dental Hygienist Assistant/Dental receptionist
Neibauer Dental Care
03.2013 - 05.2015
Dental Assistant Certification -
American College of Commerce & Technology
Dental Radiation Safety Certificate -
Metropolitan Institute of Health & Technology
Business Information Technology Certificate -
Northern Virginia Community College
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