Shanaya Duncan
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Proven Dental Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining procedures. Skilled in dental radiography and equipment sterilization, I excel in team collaboration and improving dental procedure outcomes. Demonstrated ability to reduce wait times by over 20% through efficient x-ray processing and appointment scheduling. 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.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Sunset Family Dentistry
02.2024 - Current
- Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
- Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, reducing wait times and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Dental Assistant
Klement Family Dental
03.2020 - 09.2023
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
Dental Assistant Intern
St Petersburg Dental Center
01.2020 - 03.2020
- 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 dental rooms and materials.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with the dental team members.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control protocols during all dental treatments.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Education
EFDA - Dental Assisting
Florida Career College
Tampa, FL11.2019
High School Diploma -
Lakewood High School
St. Petersburg, FL06.2018
Skills
Dental impressions
Dental Radiography
Digital X-Ray Proficiency
Equipment Sterilization
X-Ray Processing
Treatment room setup
Sterilization techniques
HIPAA Compliance Understanding
Team Collaboration
Certified in CPR/AED
Customer Service
Certification
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification - Florida Dental Board.
- OSHA Certified
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) -Florida Dental Board.
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Sunset Family Dentistry
02.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Klement Family Dental
03.2020 - 09.2023
Dental Assistant Intern
St Petersburg Dental Center
01.2020 - 03.2020
EFDA - Dental Assisting
Florida Career College
High School Diploma -
Lakewood High School
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification - Florida Dental Board.
- OSHA Certified
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) -Florida Dental Board.
- CPR Certified
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