Sarah Triveline
Kankakee,IL
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant and Sterilization Technician with 14 years of experience in chairside support, patient care, and infection control. Skilled in instrument processing, operatory preparation, and maintaining compliance with safety and OSHA standards. Proven ability to collaborate with dental teams to enhance patient comfort and streamline procedures.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Assistant
Kankakee Valley Oral Surgery
Bourbonnais, Illinois
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures by preparing instruments and materials.
- Maintained patient records using dental practice management software.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow in the department.
- Operated sterilization equipment for dental instruments and supplies.
- Documented sterilization processes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
Dental Assistant
School Smiles
Kankakee, Illinois
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Sterilized and organized dental tools and equipment for daily use.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Traveled to different schools setting up portable dental operatories.
Office Assistant
Main Street Dental
Bourbonnais, Illinois
05.2020 - 08.2024
- Scheduled appointments and managed the office calendar to ensure efficient use of time.
- Verified insurance information and processed payments for services rendered.
- Maintained accurate patient records including medical history and treatment plans.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Verified the sterility of products after each cycle was completed using biological indicators or chemical indicators.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Kankakee Community College
Skills
- Patient management software
- Patient record management
- Radiographic techniques
- Infection control practices
- Appointment management
- Inventory control
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Anesthesia/Sedation Monitoring
- X-Ray Certified
- Coronal Polishing/ Sealant Placement
- OSHA Training
Timeline
Office Assistant
Kankakee Valley Oral Surgery
11.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
School Smiles
08.2024 - 10.2025
Office Assistant
Main Street Dental
05.2020 - 08.2024
Some College (No Degree) -
Kankakee Community College