Rhonda Allbert
White Bluff,TN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with a proven track record, excelling in patient care and infection control. Skilled in digital radiography and appointment scheduling, I enhanced patient satisfaction by streamlining processes and fostering strong relationships, ensuring a safe and efficient dental environment. Committed to continuous education and team collaboration.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
West Nashville Dental
Bellevue TN
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and organization for efficient patient flow.
- Supported dentists during procedures by handing instruments and providing chairside assistance.
- Learned to take patient histories and record vital signs accurately to support clinical assessments.
- Managed sterilization of dental instruments following established safety protocols to maintain compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline appointment scheduling, enhancing overall office efficiency.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with dental best practices and technologies.
- Adapted quickly to new software systems for patient management, improving data entry accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, easing anxieties through clear communication about their treatments.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Maintained strict sterilization protocols, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff.
- Gathered detailed medical history from patients before beginning any treatment plan which contributed towards more effective treatments.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate dental assistance during various procedures.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry advancements and best practices in dental care.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing costs by optimizing order frequency and amounts.
- Provided customized oral health advice based on individual patient needs, promoting long-term wellness beyond the office visitation period.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Trained new dental assistants, providing guidance on best practices and ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Performed radiographic examinations accurately while adhering to safety guidelines; ensuring proper diagnosis support for dentists.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to positive outcomes under pressure.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks to ensure proper function and longevity of tools.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop comprehensive treatment plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Assisted in complex dental procedures, resulting in successful treatments and reduced recovery times.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Dr. Dan Lobb
Family Practice
Bellevue Tennessee
05.2014 - 01.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices to enhance overall health outcomes.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels and timely reordering of essential materials.
- Collaborated with dentists to perform chairside assistance during various dental procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Conducted patient intake assessments and recorded medical histories to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation.
- Utilized digital radiography systems to capture high-quality dental images, improving diagnostic capabilities for the practice.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality chairside assistance during dental procedures.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Supported dentists during the administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Fabricated custom dental appliances such as mouthguards and whitening trays for improved patient experience.
- Streamlined dental office operations with efficient inventory management and ordering of supplies.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms for patient procedures and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Jere Manning
Bellvue Tennessee
12.2000 - 12.2014
- Trained new dental assistants on office protocols and patient management techniques, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, reducing wait times and improving patient satisfaction ratings significantly.
- Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Provided post-operative instructions to patients following various treatments such as extractions or root canals.
- Recognized for consistently providing a high level of patient care, contributing to increased patient retention and referral rates.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Collaborated with dental team members to deliver comprehensive care for all patients.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices to enhance overall health outcomes.
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms for patient procedures and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels and timely reordering of essential materials.
- Collaborated with dentists to perform chairside assistance during various dental procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Conducted patient intake assessments and recorded medical histories to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation.
- Utilized digital radiography systems to capture high-quality dental images, improving diagnostic capabilities for the practice.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality chairside assistance during dental procedures.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Supported dentists during the administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Fabricated custom dental appliances such as mouthguards and whitening trays for improved patient experience.
- Streamlined dental office operations with efficient inventory management and ordering of supplies.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Education
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Nashville Tech
Nashville, TennesseeTimeline
Registered Dental Assistant
West Nashville Dental
01.2021 - 06.2023
Dr. Dan Lobb
Family Practice
05.2014 - 01.2021
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Jere Manning
12.2000 - 12.2014
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Nashville Tech
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Oral hygiene education
- Electronic charting
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Patient care excellence
- Team collaboration
- Infection control expertise
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient records management
- Impression taking accuracy
- Restorative procedures
- Patient relations
- Restorative dentistry
- Continuing education commitment
- Appointment scheduling efficiency
- Dental radiography
- Oral surgery
- Digital radiography proficiency
- Dental procedure assistance
- Patient intake procedures
- Medical records management
- Patient counseling
- Multitasking
- Pediatric dentistry
- Insurance claims processing
- Exam room setups
- Patient schedule management
- Dental materials selection
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Four-handed procedures
- Inventory management
- Dental impressions
- Sanitation protocols
- Treatment room setup
- First aid training
- Patient education
- Sterilization techniques
- Dental records
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient scheduling
- Patient services
- Data confidentiality measures
- Treatment room breakdown
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical support
- Dental staff support
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient data gathering
- Dental terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Infection control procedures
- Instrument preparation
- Chairside assistance
- Dental procedure preparation
- Radiography safety
- Instrument selection
- Surgical setup
- Taking X-rays
- Patient records gathering
- Certified in CPR/AED
- CPR/AED
- Customer service
- Treatment room preparation
- Data entry
- Treatment Planning
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Patient flow management
- Postoperative care instructions