Sarena Jackson
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Patient-oriented dental assistant bringing several years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.
Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Griffin, GA
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
Security Specialist
Clayton County Sheriff's Office
Jonesboro, GA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Analyzed system performance data in order to optimize security controls for better efficiency.
- Reviewed system logs on a regular basis to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Investigated incidents related to security breaches and conducted forensic analysis of compromised systems.
- Ran routine security checks, suggesting improvements as necessary.
- Gathered data from daily logs and incident reports to locate security weaknesses.
- Oversaw the issuance of security badges and access codes to authorized personnel.
Shift Manager
Boston Market
Stone Mountain, GA
04.2017 - 02.2020
- Enforced safety standards throughout the store including proper use of equipment.
- Organized special events such as holiday sales or promotional campaigns.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or customers in a professional manner.
- Coordinated with other departments to resolve customer inquiries in a timely manner.
- Performed regular price checks to ensure accuracy in pricing throughout the store.
- Conducted daily shift meetings to review sales goals, safety issues, promotions, and other topics.
- Analyzed sales reports to identify trends and potential areas for improvement or growth.
- Monitored store operations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Education
Associate Degree - Allied Health Administration
United Education Institute
Morrow, GA09-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
United Education Institute
Morrow, GAHigh School Diploma -
Stephenson High School
Stone Mountain, GASkills
- Patient Education
- Patient Services
- Dental Hygiene
- Equipment Sterilization
- Clinical Support
- Procedure Support
- Safety Compliance
- Team Development
- Supply Ordering
- Quality Assurance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Documentation And Reporting
- Compliance understanding
Certification
- BLS Certificate
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
10.2022 - Current
Security Specialist
Clayton County Sheriff's Office
01.2021 - 05.2022
Shift Manager
Boston Market
04.2017 - 02.2020
Associate Degree - Allied Health Administration
United Education Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
United Education Institute
High School Diploma -
Stephenson High School
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