Stephanie J. Turner
Plano,TX
Summary
Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with a detail-oriented mindset and strong time management capabilities, skilled in pediatric dentistry at Children’s Dentistry. Enhanced operational efficiency by preparing examination rooms and maintaining compliance with infection control protocols, while expertly processing X-rays to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Children’s Dentistry- John B. Witte
Arlington, TX
04.2019 - Current
- Updated medical histories and radiographs required for upcoming recall visits.
- Managed hygiene schedules and provided support to hygienists when required.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety protocols.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Typed patient data into computer system using Software while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
- Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
- 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.
Registered Dental Assistant
The Art of Dentistry
Arlington, TX
08.2018 - 03.2019
- 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.
- Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- 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.
Infant/Toddler Teacher
The Learning Station
Midlothian, TX
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child''s needs, promoting overall growth and development.
- Worked closely with fellow teachers to share ideas, exchange feedback, and collaborate on curriculum planning efforts across classrooms.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Education
RDA - Health Education
Collin County Community College
Plano, TX04.2016
Diploma -
Weatherford High School
Weatherford, TX05.2004
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Electronic charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Pediatric dentistry
- X-ray processing
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Children’s Dentistry- John B. Witte
04.2019 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
The Art of Dentistry
08.2018 - 03.2019
Infant/Toddler Teacher
The Learning Station
04.2016 - 04.2017
RDA - Health Education
Collin County Community College
Diploma -
Weatherford High School