Shylanta Paige
Dillsburg,PA
Summary
Experienced Dental Assistant offering 2+ years of clinical, administrative and patient care knowledge. Highly skilled at creating a welcoming patient-centered environment. Experienced in patient scheduling, Orthodontic appliance fitting and dental procedure preparation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Spark Orthodontics
Camp Hill, PA
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently assisting with orthodontic procedures and providing clear explanations of treatment plans.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by maintaining well-organized inventory of orthodontic supplies and equipment.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Very fast paced environment
- Provide high-quality customer service skills to all patients
Nursing Assistant
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center
Camp Hill, PA
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Disability Caretaker
United Cerebral Palsy Of Central Pennsylvania
Mechanicsburg, PA
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Improved quality of life for clients by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and wellbeing.
- Developed individualized care plans to address each client''s unique needs and preferences.
- Maintained safe and clean living environments for clients, promoting health and reducing risk of injury.
- Working 1 on 1 with one individual several times a week.
Barista
Starbucks
Carlisle, PA
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
- Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system.
Education
Dipolma - Dental Assisting
YTI Career Institute-York
York, PA01.2021
High School Diploma -
Connections Academy
Harrisburg, PA06.2016
Skills
- Nursing assistant 7 years
- Relationship Building
- Orthodontic debonding
- Orthodontic patient scheduling
- Orthodontic patient satisfaction
- infection control training
- customer service
- Instrument Sterilization
- Data Entry
- HIPAA
Certification
x-ray certified
Languages
English
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Spark Orthodontics
05.2021 - 02.2023
Nursing Assistant
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center
01.2019 - 03.2021
Disability Caretaker
United Cerebral Palsy Of Central Pennsylvania
02.2017 - 03.2018
Barista
Starbucks
01.2015 - 12.2017
Dipolma - Dental Assisting
YTI Career Institute-York
High School Diploma -
Connections Academy