Reliable certified Dental Assistant with a proven track record, efficiently handling administrative duties and expertise in assisting chairside with dental procedures. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient care through bilingual communication, significantly improving patient satisfaction and treatment efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Signature Family Dentistry
05.2018 - Current
Captured diagnostic digital x-rays using NOMAD, clear photos with intraoral cameras and images using the dental SHOFU camera
Scanned for digital impressions using the Itero and Cerec scanners. Captured alginate impressions. Poured and trimmed models.
Fabricated and delivered dental appliances, temporary crowns and bridges
Provided chairside assisting during complex procedures, including Invisalign, restoring implants and full mouth restorations like over dentures and fixed hybrid dentures
Conducted comprehensive periodontal charting and assisted hygiene services to patients including, coronal polish and fluoride treatment
Efficiently supported dentists in performing routine dental treatments, such as fillings, crown, bridges, extractions, partial/dentures
Assume a leadership role overseeing daily clinical operations and office inventory. Guided and trained new employees
Managed infection control by preparing and sterilizing instruments
Performed and scheduled maintenance needs for dental equipment
Administered front desk duties when needed, such as patient check in and check out, present treatment plans, Review fees, provide payment options, collect payments, answer phone calls, check voicemails, schedule appointments, follow up with unscheduled treatment, data entry and scan forms
Skilled in using the Open Dental Software for charting and treatment planning, creating and managing lab cases, typing detailed clinical notes, documenting patient medical histories, vital signs, and printing referrals
Education
Certification - Dental Assisting
Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC
06.2016
Skills
CPR certified
Excellent customer service
Adaptability
Quick learner
Team player
Multitasking
Leadership
Interpersonal communication
Attention to detail
Bilingual
Dexterity
Patient Relations
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
Signature Family Dentistry
05.2018 - Current
Certification - Dental Assisting
Wayne Community College
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