Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Tamarian Polite

Portal,FL

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.



Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant

Great Expressions
11.2019 - Current
  • Trained new team members on proper sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
  • Organized work area at end of each day ensuring cleanliness of exam rooms, counters and floors.
  • Prioritized tasks effectively while multitasking in fast-paced environment
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies to ensure that all materials were available when needed.
  • Performed chair-side duties such as taking impressions, pouring models and fabricating temporary crowns and bridges.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans, medical histories, diagnostic images and laboratory requisitions.
  • Instructed patients on postoperative care and oral hygiene techniques to maintain oral health between visits.
  • Assisted in administration of local anesthetics, fluoride treatments, sealants and other preventative treatments.
  • Administered nitrous oxide sedation as directed by licensed dentist.
  • Collaborated with dentists in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient's unique needs
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to appointments to prepare necessary materials or inform dentist of any special needs or allergies
  • Provided support to dentists by preparing operatory for each procedure, passing instruments and providing suctioning.
  • Took digital X-rays and intraoral photographs
  • Set up dental instruments and supplies in alignment with dentist preferences
  • Offered gentle support and delivered compassionate care during dental procedures.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.

Dental Assistant

Extern/Intern
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Took inventory, stocked supplies, instruments and medication
  • Order entry
  • Performed as Assistant for procedures
  • Sterilized instruments and prepared equipment for all procedures
  • Greeted patients , scheduled appointments and provided clinical support
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.

Server/Trainer

Avila Gold & Country Club
02.2018 - 08.2019
  • Conducted pre-shift meetings to review daily specials,

menu changes, or operational updates with serving staff prior to opening hours.

  • Established and maintained quality control standards.
  • Provided constructive feedback to servers after each shift, fostering environment of continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Bartend
  • Ensured accurate order taking and input into POS systems, reducing errors in food preparation and billing processes.
  • Customer Service

Customer Service Rep/Hostess/Server/Municipality

Manpower Staffing
08.2014 - 12.2017
  • Data Entry
  • Greet and Assist arriving guest
  • Assessed customer needs
  • Provided professional and courteous services at all times
  • Answer incoming call
  • General office
  • Verified and updated system
  • Retrieved requested files and derived to appropriate personnel

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Biology

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
2019

Dental Assistant Certification

Concorde Career Institute
Tampa, FL
2019

Skills

  • Procedure Support
  • Patient Relations
  • Inventory Management
  • Clinical Support
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Patient Counseling
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Services
  • Team Collaboration
  • X-Ray Processing
  • Patient Scheduling
  • OSHA Regulations Knowledge
  • Problem Solving Abilities
  • Oral Hygiene Education
  • Dental Material Handling
  • Professionalism and Etiquette
  • Pediatric Dental Care
  • Digital X-Ray Proficiency
  • Customer Service
  • Team Collaboration Abilities
  • Treatment Planning
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Dental staff support

Accomplishments

    High Honors Graduate / Rank# 131 out of 636

    Leadership & Teen of the year

    Thespian Award

Certification

HIPPA

OSHA

CPR

Claims/Referrals training

Timeline

Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant

Great Expressions
11.2019 - Current

Dental Assistant

Extern/Intern
08.2019 - 10.2019

Server/Trainer

Avila Gold & Country Club
02.2018 - 08.2019

Customer Service Rep/Hostess/Server/Municipality

Manpower Staffing
08.2014 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Biology

University of West Georgia

Dental Assistant Certification

Concorde Career Institute

HIPPA

OSHA

CPR

Claims/Referrals training

Tamarian Polite