SHANITA JENNINGS
Campbell,OH
Summary
Dedicated medical professional with 16 years’ experience in clinical, dental, and home settings seeking a position in case management that allows me to utilize my experience in assessing patient needs and coordinating care with empathy and competence.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Oral Surgery Assistant
Dental Works
10.2024 - Current
- Minimized complications during surgery by effectively monitoring anesthesia levels under the guidance of an Oral Surgeon or Dental Anesthesiologist.
- Assisted surgeon during procedures by wiping up bodily fluids and handing over needed dental instruments.
- Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
- Prepared surgical area by ensuring that all necessary dental instruments were sterilized and patients were ready.
Lead Oral Surgery Assistant
Aspen Dental
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Contributed to a positive working environment through effective communication with colleagues and support staff.
- Improved efficiency within the clinic by implementing an organized system for instrument sterilization and storage.
- Managed inventory of supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for the clinic''s needs.
- Developed educational materials for patients regarding the importance of proper oral hygiene and aftercare following surgery.
General Dentistry and specialty dental assistant
University Dental Associates
05.2019 - 06.2022
- General Dentistry and specialty dental assistant, offering chair side assisting, sterilization, charting, office organization, and supply ordering
Dental assistant
Dental Dynamics Staffing
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Dental assistant providing a variety of office support to include scheduling, charting, and customer service
- Assisted patients with dental concerns facilitating medical imaging and chair side care
Periodontist specialist assistant/oral surgery assistant
Refresh Dental
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Periodontist specialist assistant/oral surgery assisting in setting up for treatment and/or surgery, IV sedation prep, charting, sterilization and post-op care
Education
Associate - Human and Social Services
Bryant & Stratton College – Online New York
New York, NY08.2022
Certified Dental Assistant - undefined
Ross Medical School
Niles, OH04.2014
Skills
- Dental Assistant
- X-Rays
- Critical Care Experience
- Scheduling
- Clerical Experience
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Customer Service
- HIPPA
- CPR
Timeline
Oral Surgery Assistant
Dental Works
10.2024 - Current
Lead Oral Surgery Assistant
Aspen Dental
08.2022 - 10.2024
General Dentistry and specialty dental assistant
University Dental Associates
05.2019 - 06.2022
Periodontist specialist assistant/oral surgery assistant
Refresh Dental
02.2018 - 07.2018
Dental assistant
Dental Dynamics Staffing
01.2016 - 05.2019
Associate - Human and Social Services
Bryant & Stratton College – Online New York
Certified Dental Assistant - undefined
Ross Medical School
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