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Sydney Richardson

Macon,Georgia

Summary


Skilled and motivated Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in chairside assisting in a fast-paced environment, and some dental radiography (willing to learn more). Trained in sterilization procedures, as well as instrument sterilization. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Fantastic Smiles
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10+ procedures daily.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.

Lab Technician

Fort Valley State University
02.2023 - 01.2024
  • Receive, label, and analyze samples
  • Design and execute laboratory testing according to standard procedures, make observations, and interpret findings
  • Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions
  • Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
  • Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.

Delivery Driver

Chick-fil-A
01.2021 - 01.2023


  • Accept payments for delivered items
  • Handle customer questions and concerns
  • Transport, unload, and deliver items in safely and securely preventing damage or spillage.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.

Office Assistant

Fort Valley State University - Cooperative Extension
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Performed a variety of data entry-related tasks
  • Transportation of department supplies and equipment
  • Verify various information for planned events within the department
  • Aid with getting certain information out to the public (mailing letters, etc.)
  • Provide front desk coverage.
  • Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.

Party City Sales Associate

Store #327
01.2018 - 01.2018
  • Directed and assisted customers and co-workers with store merchandise and policy
  • Partly supervised other associates about store policy and protocol
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.

Education

Master of Science - Comparative Biomedical Sciences

University of Georgia
Athens, GA
05.2025

B.S. Animal Science -

Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA
12.2022

High School Diploma - College Preparatory -

Lincoln High School
Tallahassee, Florida
05.2018

Skills

  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Digital X-Ray Proficiency
  • Treatment room setup
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Professionalism and Etiquette
  • Team Collaboration
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Impression Taking Skills
  • Treatment Room Breakdown
  • Dental Material Handling
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Restorative procedures
  • Oral Surgery Assistance
  • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word
  • Endodontic Procedure Assistance
  • Restorative Dentistry Support
  • Continuing Education Commitment
  • Data confidentiality measures

Activities

  • Dean’s List (2018-present)
  • Member, The National Society of Leadership and Success (Spring 2019-present)
  • Secretary, National Council of Negro Women (Spring 2021-December 2022)
  • Secretary, The Valley Girls (January 2020-August 2022)
  • Magna Cum Laude Graduate of FVSU

Volunteer Experience

Second Harvest of the Big Bend, Tallahassee, Florida, 12/2020, Present, Box foods for Seniors, low-income families, children backpack drives, Make remote calls reminding seniors of monthly food distributions

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Fantastic Smiles
05.2024 - 06.2024

Lab Technician

Fort Valley State University
02.2023 - 01.2024

Delivery Driver

Chick-fil-A
01.2021 - 01.2023

Office Assistant

Fort Valley State University - Cooperative Extension
01.2019 - 01.2022

Party City Sales Associate

Store #327
01.2018 - 01.2018

Master of Science - Comparative Biomedical Sciences

University of Georgia

B.S. Animal Science -

Fort Valley State University

High School Diploma - College Preparatory -

Lincoln High School

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