Sandra “Kierra” Philpot
Cookeville,TN
Summary
Committed to consistently showcasing my best qualities and driven by the desire to excel in my career. Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of my work ethic, thriving in diverse situations that require collective effort. I have a natural aptitude for learning and readily embrace new environments, adapting seamlessly. Additionally, I possess a strong willingness to take on additional responsibilities, ensuring effective contribution to any role undertaken.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Cavity Commando’s Dentistry for Kids
Cookeville, TN
02.2025 - Current
- Assist during a variety of dental procedures
- Place space maintainers and SDF when necessary
- Provide a calm environment for patients
- Maintain infection control
- Set up and breakdown rooms throughout the day
- Sterilize dental instruments
- Captured dental radiographs to assist in treatment planning.
- Performed pediatric prophylaxis procedures.
- Complete detailed notes for each patient
- Schedule recall appointments
- Instructed patients on post operative care
- Insurance verification
Registered Dental Assistant
Zoo Crew Pediatric Dentistry
Cookeville, TN
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Assist during a variety of dental procedures
- Place space maintainers and SDF when necessary
- Provide a calm environment for patients
- Maintain infection control
- Set up and breakdown rooms throughout the day
- Sterilize dental instruments
- Captured dental radiographs to assist in treatment planning.
- Performed pediatric prophylaxis procedures.
- Complete detailed notes for each patient
- Schedule recall appointments
Registered Dental Assistant
Myron Stringer DDS
Cookeville, TN
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Assist during a variety of dental procedures
- Mix dental materials for Doctor
- Provide a calm environment for patients
- Maintain infection control
- Set up and breakdown rooms throughout the day
- Sterilize dental instruments
- Prepare lab cases and have them shipped to their appropriate destination
- Take dental radiographs for treatment planning
Registered Dental Assistant
Boston, Smith, and Driver General Dentistry
Sparta, TN
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assist during a variety of dental procedures
- Take alginate impressions for dental cases
- Provide a calm environment for patients
- Maintain infection control
- Set up and breakdown rooms throughout the day
- Sterilize dental instruments
- Trim models
- Prepare lab cases and have them shipped to their appropriate destination
- Take dental radiographs for treatment planning
Registered Dental Assistant
Robinson Grimm DentalCare/Springstreet DentalCare
Cookeville, TN
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Assist during a variety of dental procedures
- Take alginate impressions for dental cases
- Provide a calm environment for patients
- Maintain infection control
- Set up and breakdown rooms throughout the day
- Sterilize dental instruments
- Utilize Cerec dental milling machine
- Trim models
- Prepare lab cases and have them shipped to their appropriate destination
- Take dental radiographs for treatment planning
- Complete detailed notes for each patient
- Answer front office duties (answer phone calls, schedule appointments, etc)
Onboarding Specialist
Averitt Express
Cookeville, TN
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Assist candidates through the onboarding process for possible employment
- Post available jobs for company on state job bank websites
- Backup for the main Averitt Express Receptionist
Registered Dental Assistant
Cumberland Endodontics
Cookeville, TN
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Assist multiple doctors during root canal treatments
- Take dental radiographs for treatment planning
- Provide a calm environment for patients
- Set up and breakdown treatment rooms
- Sterilize dental instruments
Education
Restorative Expanded Functions -
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN07.2025
Continuing Education
Dental Staff of Tennessee
01.2024
Dental Assisting
Dental Learning Center of Maryville
01.2019
Communications Major
Livingston Academy
01.2015
Skills
- Organized
- Patient Care
- Punctual
- Infection Control
- Treatment Planning
- Clerical Duties
- Empathy
Affiliations
- 2011 -2015 YEARBOOK EDITOR Livingston Academy
- 2011 -2015 BETA CLUB Livingston Academy
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, Walking outdoors, Attending concerts, Watching movies
Certification
- License #28279
- Restorative Expanded Functions
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
- Dental Radiology
- Coronal Polishing
- Sealant Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Cavity Commando’s Dentistry for Kids
02.2025 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Zoo Crew Pediatric Dentistry
10.2024 - 02.2025
Registered Dental Assistant
Myron Stringer DDS
05.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Dental Assistant
Boston, Smith, and Driver General Dentistry
08.2023 - 05.2024
Registered Dental Assistant
Robinson Grimm DentalCare/Springstreet DentalCare
09.2021 - 08.2023
Onboarding Specialist
Averitt Express
01.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Dental Assistant
Cumberland Endodontics
10.2020 - 12.2020
Continuing Education
Dental Staff of Tennessee
Dental Assisting
Dental Learning Center of Maryville
Communications Major
Livingston Academy
Restorative Expanded Functions -
University of Tennessee