Shayle Mann
Decatur
Summary
I'm highly self motivated with strong work ethics. I have the ability to multi-task to help tackle a project and finish it to perfection. I bring a lot of different skills to the table that can be utilized in many ways. I'm a hands on learner so the faster you can get me active on projects and task, the faster I can learn how to do the job and increase production.
As a Dental professional with deep understanding of dental procedures and patient care; Known for enhancing clinical efficiency and patient satisfaction. I am highly collaborative and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring seamless team operations and positive outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Hott Family Dentistry
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by effectively addressing concerns and answering questions about dental treatments.
- Applied fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Supported dentist during oral surgeries, ensuring proper instrument preparation and sterilization procedures were followed.
- Built strong rapport with patients through empathetic communication skills, fostering trust in dental care providers.
- Skillfully managed dental emergencies, stabilizing patients and coordinating appropriate follow-up care.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, safeguarding the health of patients and staff.
- Increased efficiency in the dental office by assisting with chairside duties such as taking impressions and fabricating temporary crowns.
- Expanded knowledge of dental techniques and advancements by attending continuing education courses, applying new learnings to daily practice.
- Assisted in coronal polishing.
- Assisted dentists in complex procedures, ensuring efficient and high-quality treatment outcomes.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments of patients'' medical history to minimize risks associated with anesthesia administration during dental procedures.
- Provided comprehensive oral hygiene education for patients, promoting long-term dental health.
- Took 30+ x-rays per week.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Thomas A. Bunner
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Increased efficiency in dental treatments by proficiently assisting in various dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, and crowns.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Assisted doctor chairside for whitening trays, crowns, denture procedures, and fillings.
- At this office, I utilized Dental dams to isolate the teeth from saliva and any bacteria.
Dental Assistant Extern
Southwest Dental
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Improved office organization by maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with dentists, hygienists, and administrative staff throughout the externship period.
- Assisted dentists in various procedures, resulting in efficient and smooth appointments.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of dental assisting.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse patients of all ages during their visits.
Paint Mask
Fleetwood RV
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Set Masking, Squeegee onto sides of coach
- Wipe off all the sand before first base painting
- Run fine line by hand on every front for paint prep
STNA
VanCrest Health Care Center
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Patient positioning
- Patient transfer/lift
- Assist with personal care activities
- Assist with personal hygiene; bathing, grooming, oral care and nail trimming
- Bathing: tub, shower, bed bath, Skin Care Inspection
- Empty urinary drain bag
- Catheter care
- Specimen collection
- Measure weight
- Follow protocol for infection control: hand washing, disposal of soiled material
- Provide assistance with dietary care and feeding
- Measure/Record Intake & Output
- Administer prescribed medication as directed
- Maintain patient care records
- Knowledge of CPR and First Aid
- Ambulation
- Postmortem Care
Cashier/Attendant
Corner Deli
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions and alternatives within the time limits and followed up to ensure resolution.
- Kept records of customer interactions, processed customer accounts and filed documents.
- Followed communication procedures, guidelines and policies.
- Researched answers or solutions as needed.
- Provided accurate, valid and complete information by using the proper methods/tools.
- Met personal/team sales targets and call handling quotas.
- Reviewed or made changes to customer accounts.
Machine Operator
Esteves Group
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Shape bearings in wire dies
- Polish bearings
- Run wire through and clean after
Education
Dental Assistant -
Ross Medical Education Center
Fort Wayne, IN05.2023
General Diploma - undefined
Bellmont High School
Decatur, IN06.2013
Skills
- Ability to aspirate on a patient
- Dental law and ethics
- Sterilization/use of autoclave
- Treatment room disinfection
- HIPAA/OSHA regulations
- Dental impressions
- Customer service
- Dental equipment maintenance
- Chairside assisting duties
- Measuring vital signs
- Laboratory procedures
- Radiography
- Dental terminology
- Dental insurance claims
- Aseptic technique
- Dental office procedures
- Dental management software
- Dentrix software
- Fundamentals of dental assisting
- Instrument identification and transfer
- Restorative materials
- Preparation and care of rotary instruments
- Prepare/dispose of local anesthetic
- Restorative procedures
- Temporary crown fabrication
- Sealant application
- Patient care excellence
- Dental radiography proficiency
- X-ray processing
- Impression taking
- Continuing education
- Infection control protocols
- First aid trained
- Orthodontic assistance
- Patient recordkeeping
- Sedation dentistry support
- Oral hygiene education
- Endodontic assistance
- Coronal polishing
- Restoration placement
- Nitrous oxide administration
- Instrument sterilization
- Instrument tray preparation
- Dental radiography
- Treatment Planning
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Full mouth radiographs
- Fluoride treatments
Certification
- Licensed Dental Radiology L# XT034624
- Coronal Polishing and Caries Prevention
Timeline
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Thomas A. Bunner
04.2024 - 05.2024
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Hott Family Dentistry
06.2023 - 03.2025
Dental Assistant Extern
Southwest Dental
05.2023 - 06.2023
Paint Mask
Fleetwood RV
04.2022 - 09.2022
STNA
VanCrest Health Care Center
06.2021 - 12.2021
Cashier/Attendant
Corner Deli
10.2020 - 05.2021
Machine Operator
Esteves Group
06.2020 - 10.2020
General Diploma - undefined
Bellmont High School
Dental Assistant -
Ross Medical Education Center
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