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Tamara Tucker

Arlington,TX

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Field Training Specialist

Affordable Care Inc
11.2021 - Current
  • 100 % Travel
  • Assessed additional needs based on training progress and collaborated with management to meet requirements of staff members.
  • Delivered high-quality training on-site field locations, providing practical hands-on experience for trainees..
  • Documented participation and evaluated learning for each staff member.
  • Conducted regular assessments to measure trainee understanding of key concepts.
  • Continuously refined instructional techniques based on feedback from trainees and coworkers, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in all aspects of professional practice.
  • Streamlined the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into their roles within the organization.
  • Fill-in as an FDA, DA, or GM as needed
  • Treatment Coordinator
  • Bank deposits
  • End of Day Reports
  • Verify insurance
  • Batch insurance
  • Knowledge of Eagle soft and Dentrix
  • Perfect day schedule
  • Bank deposits
  • Submit invoices
  • Assist w/the following procedures; implants (fixed and removable), oral surgery and restorative
  • Chairside pick up
  • Alginate impressions
  • Denture adjustments
  • Chairside relines(hard/soft)
  • Delivered high-quality training on-site field locations, providing practical hands-on experience for trainees.
  • Infection control
  • X-rays
  • Lab-pour up alginate impressions when needed


RDA

Burleson Modern Dentistry
07.2020 - 11.2021
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Greet & seat patients
  • Vitals
  • X-rays
  • Coronal polishing
  • 4 and 6 handed dentistry
  • assist owner Dr. with fillings, STI, extractions, crowns and impressions for dentures
  • QSI dental software
  • Scanned and designed molar crowns
  • Opened and closed office

Lead Surgical Assistant-RDA

DDS Dentures + Implant Solutions
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • Supported monitoring of vital signs during surgery.
  • Assisted in complex extractions and implant surgeries, showcasing adaptability and quick-thinking under pressure.
  • Served as a mentor for new surgical assistants, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster growth within the team.
  • Improved patient comfort during pre-and post-operative phases by providing compassionate care tailored to individual needs.
  • Delivery of immediate dentures
  • Expedited turnaround time between surgeries by efficiently preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
  • Adjustment of dentures
  • Denture relines
  • infection control

Office Lead-RDA

Affordable Dentures & Implants
01.2016 - 08.2018
  • Ensured timely completion of tasks with strong attention to detail, contributing to a well-functioning front and back office team.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth communication between front and back offices.
  • Facilitate team meetings to discuss progress, share updates, and address any challenges or concerns impacting operations.
  • Greet patients
  • Input paperwork
  • Dentrix
  • Payment collection
  • End of Day reports
  • Train new staff
  • Coach existing staff
  • Bank deposits
  • Invoices
  • Check request
  • Help assist in back office with any and all duties when needed

Field Training Specialist

Affordable Care Inc., LLC
08.2014 - 01.2016
  • Conducted regular assessments to measure trainee understanding of key concepts
  • Train Dental Assistants
  • Train Front Office
  • Assist Doctors if needed
  • Open New Dental clinics
  • Order/stock new dental clinics

Dental Assistan Instructor

Everest College
02.2009 - 12.2012
  • Facilitated open communication between administration, faculty, and students, fostering a collaborative learning atmosphere within the program.
  • Organized guest lectures from experienced professionals in the field, exposing students to diverse perspectives and insights into the dental industry.
  • Increased student engagement in lectures by incorporating real-life case studies from the dental profession.
  • Enhanced overall program reputation through consistent delivery of high-quality instruction, leading to increased enrollment rates and recognition within the dental assisting education community.

Education

High School Diploma -

A&M Consolidated High School
College Station, TX
1992

Cedar Valley Community College
Lancaster, TX
05.2009 - 05.2011

RDA-Expanded Functions - Dental Assisting

Dental Replacement Academy
Richardson, TX
2003

Skills

  • Training delivery
  • Dental software
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Training documentation
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Active Listening
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Professionalism

Timeline

Field Training Specialist

Affordable Care Inc
11.2021 - Current

RDA

Burleson Modern Dentistry
07.2020 - 11.2021

Lead Surgical Assistant-RDA

DDS Dentures + Implant Solutions
11.2019 - 07.2020

Office Lead-RDA

Affordable Dentures & Implants
01.2016 - 08.2018

Field Training Specialist

Affordable Care Inc., LLC
08.2014 - 01.2016

Cedar Valley Community College
05.2009 - 05.2011

Dental Assistan Instructor

Everest College
02.2009 - 12.2012

High School Diploma -

A&M Consolidated High School

RDA-Expanded Functions - Dental Assisting

Dental Replacement Academy

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