Sarah Holzer
Marquette,MI
Summary
Professional dental care provider with strong background in clinical support and patient care. Known for excellent communication, patient management, and technical assistance during procedures. Dependable team player with focus on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing environments. Skilled in sterilization techniques, radiography, and maintaining infection control standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
412 Dental
Monroeville, PA
10.2020 - 06.2025
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, restocked and ordered supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
- Increased patient retention by developing strong relationships and providing personalized care.
- Supported dentists during procedures such as fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions & implants.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Supported dentists in diagnosing oral health issues by taking diagnostic x-rays as needed.
- Managed patient emergencies calmly and efficiently, coordinating with dental team members to provide appropriate care.
- Aided in the creation of custom dental appliances such as mouthguards or retainers by taking precise impressions of patients' teeth.
- Improved patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of dental procedures and addressing concerns.
- Reduced dentist's workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
- Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras, digital x-rays and digital scanners to support comprehensive patient assessments.
Education
Certified Dental Assistant -
Westmoreland County Community College
Murrysville, PA09-2020
Bachelor of Science - Health & Physical Education
IUP
Indiana, PA01-2010
Skills
- Proficiency in taking digital X-rays, intraoral photos and digital scanning
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup and breakdown
- Patient education and relations
- Certified in First AID, CPR and AED
- Restorative procedures including full mouth restorations
- Oral surgery and endodontic procedure assistance
- Inventory management along with ordering supplies
- Appointment scheduling and taking payments
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- DANB X-ray certified
- CPR, First Aid, AED certified
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
412 Dental
10.2020 - 06.2025
Certified Dental Assistant -
Westmoreland County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Health & Physical Education
IUP