Sarah Cheek
New Orleans,LA
Summary
My name is Sarah Cheek, and I am a dedicated and adaptable professional with extensive experience in customer service, healthcare, and administrative roles. With a strong foundation in oral surgery assisting, hairstyling, and call center data entry, I have developed exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. These roles have sharpened my ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain client confidentiality, and deliver high-quality service in fast-paced environments. Currently pursuing a Paralegal Certification, I am eager to transition into the legal field where I can apply my analytical abilities, attention to detail, and commitment to supporting clients through complex processes. While I am new to the legal profession, I am confident that my diverse background, coupled with my enthusiasm for law, will enable me to contribute effectively as a paralegal.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oral Surgery Assistant
Southern Oral Surgery
05.2023 - Current
Hair Stylist
Self Employed At Mood Salon
01.2011 - 03.2023
Education
Dental Assisting
Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy
Metairie, LA04.2023
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
U.S. Career Institute
01-2025
Cosmetology
Cloyd's Beauty School
West Monroe, LA01.2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Bastrop High School
Bastrop, LA01.2003
Skills
- Surgical Assistance: Assisting the surgeon during procedures such as tooth extractions, implants, and biopsies, ensuring the sterile field is maintained
- Sterilization & Infection Control: Ensuring all instruments are sterilized according to safety and health standards; maintaining proper infection control protocols
- Patient Monitoring: Monitoring patients’ vital signs during surgery and recovery, alerting the oral surgeon to any complications
- Radiography: Taking and processing dental X-rays, including panoramic and periapical films, to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning
- Anesthesia Administration Support: Preparing and assisting with local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia as directed by the surgeon
- Equipment Maintenance: Setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting dental surgery tools and machinery
- Assisting with Sutures: Helping to suture or remove stitches following surgery, under the supervision of the surgeon
- Patient Education: Educating patients on pre- and post-operative care instructions, including medication, diet, and activity restrictions
- Anesthesia Administration Support: Preparing and assisting with local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia as directed by the surgeon
- Post-Operative Care: Providing patients with aftercare instructions, managing pain relief, and assisting with the healing process
- Patient Education: Educating patients on pre- and post-operative care instructions, including medication, diet, and activity restrictions
- Scheduling & Appointments: Coordinating surgical appointments, ensuring adequate time for pre-op consultations and post-op follow-up
- Patient Records Management: Maintaining accurate and confidential patient records, documenting treatment plans, and progress notes
- Inventory Management: Managing inventory levels of surgical instruments, medications, and other dental supplies
- Treatment Coordination: Communicating with other healthcare providers or specialists involved in patient care, ensuring a cohesive treatment plan
- Patient Care & Comfort: Providing compassionate, clear communication to help patients feel at ease during consultations, surgeries, and follow-up visits
- Team Collaboration: Working effectively with oral surgeons, dental hygienists, and office staff to ensure smooth operations in a high-pressure environment
- Conflict Resolution: Addressing any patient concerns or questions with professionalism and care, managing expectations while offering appropriate solutions
- Customer Service: Ensuring an exceptional patient experience from check-in through recovery, maintaining a high level of professionalism and empathy
- Time Management: Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule
- Attention to Detail: Precision in assisting with surgeries, taking accurate notes, and monitoring patient progress
- Knowledge of Surgical Instruments: Understanding of various dental and surgical instruments, their uses, and proper sterilization techniques
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- BLS
- Licensed Cosmetologist
Timeline
Oral Surgery Assistant
Southern Oral Surgery
05.2023 - Current
Hair Stylist
Self Employed At Mood Salon
01.2011 - 03.2023
Cosmetology
Cloyd's Beauty School
High School Diploma - undefined
Bastrop High School
Dental Assisting
Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
U.S. Career Institute
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