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Sarah Winkler

Morganton,NC

Summary

Dedicated dental assistant with hands-on experience at Burkemont Family Dentistry, skilled in instrument sterilization and patient care. Demonstrated exceptional customer service and communication skills while preparing examination rooms and assisting during procedures. Committed to continuous learning and maintaining high standards of health and safety practices in a fast-paced environment.

Personable and reliable, possessing strong organizational skills and solid understanding of dental procedures and patient care. Knowledgeable about dental terminology and sterilization techniques, with proficiency in administrative tasks and patient communication. Committed to contributing to positive clinical environment and ensuring optimal patient experiences.

Work History

Shadowing Student

Small & Piers Orthodontist Office
Morganton, NC
06.2025 - 06.2025
  • Prepared dental rooms and materials.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing gentle and compassionate care during dental procedures.

Shadowing Student

Burkemont Family Dentistry
Morganton, NC
06.2025 - 06.2025
  • Prepared examination rooms for each patient visit, ensuring all necessary equipment was sterilized and ready for use.
  • Provided chairside assistance during dental procedures, anticipating dentist needs and maintaining a sterile work area.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.

Education

Dental Assistant 2 (in Training) - Dental Assisting

Accelerated Academy
Gastonia, NC
07.2025

GED -

AB Tech Asheville
Asheville, NC
02.2012

Skills

  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Medical terminology
  • OSHA regulations
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Taking X-rays
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Customer service skills
  • Communications
  • Four-handed dentistry
  • Treatment room setup
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Shadowing Student

Small & Piers Orthodontist Office
06.2025 - 06.2025

Shadowing Student

Burkemont Family Dentistry
06.2025 - 06.2025

Dental Assistant 2 (in Training) - Dental Assisting

Accelerated Academy

GED -

AB Tech Asheville
Sarah Winkler