Certified Dental Assistant enhancing patient care and reducing dentist workload. Skilled in dental radiography and infection control, with a flair for fostering patient relationships and team collaboration. Achieved increased patient retention and safety, showcasing exceptional patient management and interpersonal skills. Although I enjoyed dentistry my ultimate goal is to become a radiology technician.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Dr Steve Todd
Reduced dentist''s workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
Increased patient retention by developing strong relationships and providing personalized care.
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.
Prepared treatment rooms efficiently, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines to ensure patient safety.
Park Ranger Assistant
Oregon State Parks And Recreation
The Cove Palisades State Park Culver Oregon
04.2022 - 09.2024
Increased park safety by conducting regular patrols and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
Enforced park rules consistently to protect natural resources while creating a safe environment for all visitors.
Provided exceptional customer service at entrance stations, answering questions, offering assistance, and processing fee payments accurately.
Interacted pleasantly with visitors and promoted park rules, regulations and safety measures to educate and inform.
Provided information and guidance for park visitors, answered questions and inquiries and suggested trails for hiking.
Supported emergency response efforts during natural disasters or medical incidents, ensuring visitor wellbeing.
Professional House Cleaner
Sparklean
Redmond, OR
05.2015 - 03.2022
Enhanced client satisfaction by providing thorough and meticulous cleaning services catered to individual needs.
Offered specialized deep-cleaning services that revitalized living spaces, increasing overall home comfort.
Managed workload across Number houses and satisfied customer needs for cleaning standards and details.
Supported clients during life transitions by organizing belongings and decluttering spaces for increased functionality.
Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and adapting services based on feedback received from clients.
Education
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Dental Assisting
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR
06.2009
Skills
Dental Radiography
Infection control proficiency
Patient Management
Oral Surgery Assistance
Electronic Charting
Team Collaboration
Sterilization techniques
Timeline
Park Ranger Assistant
Oregon State Parks And Recreation
04.2022 - 09.2024
Professional House Cleaner
Sparklean
05.2015 - 03.2022
Certified Dental Assistant
Dr Steve Todd
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Dental Assisting