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Rhonda Parker

Burlington,NC

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with proven expertise in dental radiography and exceptional patient relations, honed at Dr. James Vandre DDS. Excelled in equipment sterilization and patient care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong inventory management skills, ensuring clinic efficiency. Known for excellent team collaboration and a friendly demeanor, contributing to a positive and professional patient experience.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dr. James Vandre DDS
07.1995 - Current
  • 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.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
  • Liaison between Dr. and Patient. Working up treatment plans and documenting to patient chart.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
  • Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.

Education

Associate's Degree - Dental Assisting

Alamance Community College
Graham, NC
06-1985

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Dental Radiography
  • Digital X-Ray Proficiency
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Treatment room setup
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Team Collaboration
  • Dental terminology knowledge
  • Patient Relations
  • Patient Services
  • First Aid Training
  • Inventory Management
  • Knowledgeable in Dentrix

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Dr. James Vandre DDS
07.1995 - Current

Associate's Degree - Dental Assisting

Alamance Community College
Rhonda Parker