Sarah Oren
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level dental assisting position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Temp Service
Surprise, AZ
01.2019 - 06.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked 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.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
Dental Assistant
North Valley Dentistry
Phoenix, AZ
04.2016 - 10.2018
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for multiple procedures daily,
Dental Assistant Extern
Arthur's Family Dental Station
Glendale, AZ
01.2016 - 02.2016
- Completed 180 hours of hand on clinical training.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with dentists, hygienists, and administrative staff throughout the externship period.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing top-notch dental care during externship.
Cook/cashier/Manager
Burger King
Phoenix, AZ
03.2012 - 01.2016
- Take orders, filling out paperwork, answering phone calls, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Waitress
Taco Corner
Chino Valley, AZ
01.2004 - 05.2011
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Education
Dental Assisting
Carrington College
Phoenix, AZ02.2016
Skills
- X-ray Certified
- Dentrix
- Charting History
- Periodontal Charting
- Resins/Composites
- Crown & Bridge
- Impressions & Bite Registration
- Trim Models
- Fabricate Bleaching Trays
- Apply Topical Medications
- Coronal Polishing
- Sterilization & Disinfection
- Autoclave use
- Verify Insurance
Certification
- HIPAA Certified
- OSHA Certified
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Temp Service
01.2019 - 06.2024
Dental Assistant
North Valley Dentistry
04.2016 - 10.2018
Dental Assistant Extern
Arthur's Family Dental Station
01.2016 - 02.2016
Cook/cashier/Manager
Burger King
03.2012 - 01.2016
Waitress
Taco Corner
01.2004 - 05.2011
Dental Assisting
Carrington College