Tabatha Martin
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Proven Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Bright Star Dental, showcasing expertise in digital X-ray proficiency and exceptional patient care coordination. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction and improve treatment outcomes through effective communication and first-rate clinical skills. Skilled in Dentrix and Eaglesoft, with a track record of optimizing office efficiency and inventory management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant/Lead
Bright Star Dental
Las Cruces, NM
08.2019 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, set up and breakdown treatment rooms efficiently, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, oral surgery, implants, prosthodontics, and orthodontics.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- 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.
- 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.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
Dental Assistant
Smile Life Orthodontics - Corpus Christi
Las Cruces,NM
12.2016 - 08.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- 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.
Dental Assistant
Center for Dental Rehabilitation
Phoenix, AZ
02.2013 - 12.2015
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, showcasing strong dexterity and knowledge of dental anatomy
- Thorough knowledge and training on all forms of general and chairside anesthesiology. .
- Ensured optimal patient safety through vigilant monitoring during surgeries and timely assistance to the surgeon.
- Reduced surgery downtime by maintaining a well-organized inventory of supplies and materials required for procedures.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, dentists, and other team members to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Improved patient recovery times with diligent post-operative care and clear communication on aftercare instructions.
Education
Diploma Of Completion - Dental Assistant Program
Brookline College
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Cerec/Primescan knowledge and proficiency
- Digital X-Ray, pano, CB/CT Proficiency
- First Aid/BLS certified
- RHS certified
- Inventory Management
- Office Administration Duties
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix and Eaglesoft
- Patient Care Coordination
- Oral Surgery
- Pediatric dental care
- Orthodontics, Endodontics, Periodontics, Prothsodontics proficient knowledge
- Patient Record Maintenance
- Laboratory Case Management
- Insurance Billing
- Dental office administration
- Office Management
Accomplishments
CDA
BLS/CPR certified
RHS certified
Worked and received thorough training with all forms of anesthesia;( GA, IV, Oral, Nitrous oxide)
Implant Pathways Sinus lift accreditation
Certification
CPR/BLS
RHS
CDA
Timeline
Dental Assistant/Lead
Bright Star Dental
08.2019 - Current
Dental Assistant
Smile Life Orthodontics - Corpus Christi
12.2016 - 08.2019
Dental Assistant
Center for Dental Rehabilitation
02.2013 - 12.2015
Diploma Of Completion - Dental Assistant Program
Brookline College