Dental Assistant II
Open To Work
Suzanna Huggins
Fayetteville Allergy Center
Fayetteville,NC
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
Dental AssistantSurgical Dental Assistant
Work Type
Full Time
Summary
Recent graduate from FTCC in the Dental Assistant. Certified as a DA II with a radiology certification and expanded functions.. I will be taking the DANB very soon to become a national registered Certified Dental Assistant.. Seeking a opportunity as a Dental Assistant. My skills include, Identifying the. nervous patient j quickly closes any knowledge gaps to offer value to employer and team. Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical and detail-oriented. Skilled in patient management and infection control. Help patients feel comfortable by offering compassionate care and comfort. Boost oral health and procedural outcomes consistently, connecting with patients to offer important education and support. Adept at instrument preparation and providing exceptional chair-side support, ensuring optimal patient care and a seamless clinical experience.
Work History
Medical Assistant
- Took patients' back to rooms.
- Documented patient's chief complaint.
- Obtained current Medical History.
- Took patients’ vital signs.
- Set the room for the doctor to examine the patient.
- Assisted Doctor with initial assessment of patient .
- Record doctors notes on changes in patients’ condition and other matters of concern for immediate resolve.
- Assisted with proper use of inhalers, nebulizers, other devices and medications.
- Calling in patients' medication to the pharmacy.
- Routing patients to check out or other orders to follow.
- Maintained sanitary conditions of patient rooms and inspected equipment for signs of damage.
- Answering patients' answers and nurse calls.
- Transcribing doctor notes for electronic charts.
- Medical Specialists, 68W, (MEDIC)
- U.S. ARMY | FT. Carson, CO
Medical Receptionist
- Manage a medical front desk.
- Checking in and out patients.
- Scheduling, billing, and medical/insurance records management.
- Process an average of 500 patients on a weekly basis for fast-paced cardiologist practice.
- Maintain communication between patients, physician, staff and laboratory personnel.
- Schedule patients’ medical screenings and obtain results.
- Respond to priority issues to ensure the prompt referral of urgently needed medical care.
- Coordinate daily pharmaceutical-related matters to verify and expedite a high volume of prescription orders.
- Obtain medical transcriptions from a physician.
- Collecting/processing patients’ co-payments.
- Data entry.
Medical Receptionist
- Interfaced directly with a diverse population of patients, responding to various inquiries and concerns.
- Communicated with physicians and medical support staff to determine the need for patient services.
- Performed a broad scope of clinical procedures, effectively communicating and recording test results.
- Obtained and processed patients’ medical insurance information quickly and accurately.
- Ensured the quality control of laboratory procedures, equipment functionality, and regulatory compliance.
- Maintained up-to-date computer-based laboratory test results and patient information.
Dental Assistant Intern
1 Month- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort prior to dental procedures.
- Sterilized and organized dental instruments to maintain a clean environment.
- Supported dentists during procedures by providing necessary tools and materials.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Recorded patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Engaged with patients to ensure positive experiences and address concerns.
- Prepared dental rooms and materials.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with the dental team members.
Education
Dental Assistant Program
Associates in General Education
Adult High School Diploma
graduated.
Skills
Patient recordkeeping
Appointment scheduling
Insurance verification
Medical charting
Patient intake
Care coordination
Instrument preparation
Dental terminology
Dental radiography
Infection control proficiency
HIPAA compliance
Electronic health record systems
Clinical documentation
CPR certification
BLS certification
AWARDS
National Defense Service Medal, Global war on terrorism service medal, and Army service ribbon.
Timeline
Dental Assistant Intern
Alliance Dental
06.2026 - 07.2026Read More
Fayetteville Tech Community College
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EMT-B Certification
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Fayetteville Tech Community College
Associates in General Education
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Bladen Community College
Adult High School Diploma
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