Efficient billing professional with 5 years of experience. Productive and diligent with passion for resolving discrepancies through attention to detail and creative problem-solving. Passionate about perpetuating company values through impeccable work ethic and drive. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. 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. Reliable Dental Assistant with 14 years of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting with 4-hand procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, [Skill] and preparing materials for impressions or restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Hi, I’m
Tanika Pickett
Newark,NJ
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Rutgers Dental School
Dental Assistant
04.2019 - Current
Job overview
- 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 general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Executed billing tasks and recorded information in company databases.
- Responded to customer concerns and questions on daily basis.
- Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
- Managed invoicing and payment processing operations.
- Processed payment via telephone and in person with focus on accuracy and efficiency.
- Monitored outstanding invoices and performed collections duties.
- Received and sorted mail, prepared packages for delivery and scanned documents.
- Assisted management with implementing new accounting software program.
- Monitored equipment to check for proper operation.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment, [Action] and [Action].
Dr. Maria Cuesta
Dental Assistant
11.2016 - 06.2017
Job overview
- 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 general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Little Falls Family Dental
Dental Assistant
12.2015 - 05.2016
Job overview
- 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 general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Helped [Job title]s complete routine and advanced procedures by preparing patients and instruments for expected needs.
American Unity Dental
Dental Assistant/Dental Intern/Dental Insurance Coordinator
09.2009 - 12.2015
Job overview
- 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 general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
- Responded to customer concerns and questions on daily basis.
- Executed billing tasks and recorded information in company databases.
- Managed invoicing and payment processing operations.
- Monitored outstanding invoices and performed collections duties.
- Entered invoices requiring payment and disbursed amounts via check, electronic transfer or bank draft.
- Generated financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status
- Created improved filing system to maintain secure client data.
- Utilized talents and expertise to complete on-time and accurate monthly closing processes, journal entries and accruals.
- Posted data and kept other records concerning costs of goods or services or shipment of goods.
- Monitored equipment to check for proper operation.
- Greeted visitors and patients to determine needs, check appointments and direct accordingly.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Conducted communications and transactions with patients and visitors to foster positive experience.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.
- Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
- Organized patient files and streamlined operations to improve efficiency.
- Managed office bookkeeping with insurance billing and patient payments.
- Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
- Scheduled, rescheduled and cancelled appointments for dental patients.
Education
Drake College of BusinessElizabeth, NJ
Dental Assistant Certifcate from Dental Assisting
04.2008
University Overview
Central High School Newark, NJ
High School Diploma
06.2000
University Overview
Skills
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Schedule Management
- Dental Impressions
- Dental Staff Assistance
- Office Management
- Taking X-Rays
- Team Collaboration
- Infection Control Proficiency
- Patient Data Gathering
- Four-Handed Procedures
- Restorative Dentistry
- Full Mouth Radiographs
- Implant Restoration
- Impression Taking
- Health and Safety Practices
- Sorting and Labeling
- Managing Office Supply Inventory
- Customer Relationship Management
- Billing and Coding
- Strategic Planning
- Microsoft Office
Certification
cpr certified
NJ radiology license
NJ radiology license
2013 received my radiology license
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Rutgers Dental School
04.2019 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. Maria Cuesta
11.2016 - 06.2017
Dental Assistant
Little Falls Family Dental
12.2015 - 05.2016
Dental Assistant/Dental Intern/Dental Insurance Coordinator
American Unity Dental
09.2009 - 12.2015
Drake College of Business
Dental Assistant Certifcate from Dental Assisting
Central High School
High School Diploma
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