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Sonia Jones

DeLand,Florida

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental
03.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Increased efficiency in the dental office by assisting with chairside duties such as taking impressions and fabricating temporary crowns.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, safeguarding the health of patients and staff.
  • Expanded knowledge of dental techniques and advancements by attending continuing education courses, applying new learnings to daily practice.
  • Conducted pre-operative assessments of patients'' medical history to minimize risks associated with anesthesia administration during dental procedures.
  • Assisted in coronal polishing.
  • Optimized inventory management by maintaining accurate records of supplies and equipment usage, minimizing waste, and ordering necessary materials in a timely manner.
  • Assisted dentists in complex procedures, ensuring efficient and high-quality treatment outcomes.
  • Ensured smooth operation of dental practice by performing routine maintenance on equipment, identifying issues early on to prevent costly repairs.
  • Provided comprehensive oral hygiene education for patients, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Fostered a welcoming and calming environment for patients by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in all treatment areas.
  • Improved patient outcomes with skillful application of dental sealants and fluoride treatments, contributing to better oral health.
  • Elevated standard of care by continuously updating skills and knowledge through professional development courses and certifications.
  • Increased efficiency in dental treatments by proficiently assisting in various dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, and crowns.
  • Successfully managed patient anxiety and improved their experience with effective communication and empathetic care practices.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Played key role in emergency dental care by quickly responding to urgent patient needs and assisting in providing immediate treatment.

Lead Teacher

Magic Years of Learning
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.

Lead Teacher

Friendship Learning Center
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
  • Assisted and supervised 18 children through entire school day.
  • Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
  • Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.

Lead Dental Assistant

Dr. Frank Clayton
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Assisted dentists in various procedures, ensuring accurate treatment delivery and high-quality patient care.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged return visits.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Harry Gentry
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification

Summary

Talented Dental Assistant with over 20 years of experience assisting chairside, empathetic patient care, equipped to lead and optimize dental operations. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.

Education

Dental Radiography - Dental Radiology

Concorde Career College
Orlando, FL
2024

Expanded Duties - Expanded Duties of Dental Auxiliary Personnel

Concorde Career College
Orlando, FL
2024

Expanded Duties I & II - Expanded Duties of Dental Auxiliary Personnel

Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GA
1999

Early Childhood Education -

Gainesville State College
Gainesville
1997

High School Diploma -

Johnson High School
Gainesville, GA
06.1995

Skills

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Chair-side support

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental
03.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

Magic Years of Learning
01.2017 - 01.2020

Lead Teacher

Friendship Learning Center
01.2011 - 01.2016

Lead Dental Assistant

Dr. Frank Clayton
01.2000 - 01.2005

Dental Assistant

Dr. Harry Gentry
01.1998 - 01.2000

Dental Radiography - Dental Radiology

Concorde Career College

Expanded Duties - Expanded Duties of Dental Auxiliary Personnel

Concorde Career College

Expanded Duties I & II - Expanded Duties of Dental Auxiliary Personnel

Savannah Technical College

Early Childhood Education -

Gainesville State College

High School Diploma -

Johnson High School

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