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Tanita Lazenby

Vallejo ,CA

Summary

Dynamic Registered Dental Assistant with proven expertise at Vesa Health & Technology, excelling in patient care and infection control. Skilled in digital radiography and committed to fostering patient relationships, I enhance treatment outcomes and streamline office operations, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and retention.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Assistant

Vesa Health & Technology
03.2018 - Current
  • 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.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
  • Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
  • Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
  • Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality chairside assistance during dental procedures.
  • Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Typed patient data into computer system using Software while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
  • Provided post-operative instructions to patients following various treatments such as extractions or root canals.
  • Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
  • Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
  • Supported dentists during the administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
  • Collaborated with dental team members to deliver comprehensive care for all patients.
  • Recognized for consistently providing a high level of patient care, contributing to increased patient retention and referral rates.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Fabricated custom dental appliances such as mouthguards and whitening trays for improved patient experience.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, Type, casts and impressions.
  • Streamlined dental office operations with efficient inventory management and ordering of supplies.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.

Dental Assistant

Loyal Source Government Services, LLC
03.2013 - 03.2018
  • 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.

Dental Assistant

Joint venture government contracts
03.2007 - 03.2013
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Facilitated patient education on oral hygiene practices, contributing to improved dental health.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
  • Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Increased office efficiency by maintaining patient records with up-to-date information.
  • Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
  • Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
  • Improved patient care with meticulous attention to instrument sterilization and preparation.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
  • Implemented waste reduction initiatives in clinic, promoting environmental sustainability.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Participated in community outreach programs, educating public on importance of dental health.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
  • Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
  • Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
  • Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling, reducing wait times and enhancing patient satisfaction.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Collaborated with dental team to develop treatment plans, ensuring patient needs were met comprehensively.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
  • Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.

Education

High School Diploma -

Castlemont High School
Oakland, CA

Alameda College

Dental Assistant

Bryman
1996

Skills

  • Time management capabilities
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Electronic charting
  • Detail-oriented mindset
  • Patient care excellence
  • Team collaboration
  • Infection control expertise
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Patient records management
  • Impression taking accuracy
  • Restorative procedures
  • Patient relations
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Continuing education commitment
  • Appointment scheduling efficiency
  • Oral surgery
  • Dental radiography
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Dental software fluency
  • Digital radiography proficiency
  • Dental procedure assistance
  • Patient intake procedures
  • Orthodontic assistance experience
  • Periodontal treatment support
  • Dental office administration
  • Strong manual dexterity
  • Local anesthetic proficiency
  • Medical records management
  • Insurance billing
  • Patient counseling
  • Dental impression specialist
  • Insurance claims processing
  • Multitasking
  • Pediatric dentistry
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Stress management techniques
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Cross-cultural design
  • Periodontics
  • Patient schedule management
  • Sterilization techniques mastery
  • Exam room setups
  • Dental materials selection
  • Dentrix proficiency
  • Inventory management
  • X-ray processing
  • Dental impressions
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Treatment room setup
  • First aid training
  • Patient education
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Dental records
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Patient scheduling
  • Patient services
  • Office management
  • Knowledgeable in software
  • Data confidentiality measures
  • Treatment room breakdown
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Patient care coordination
  • Clinical support
  • Dental staff support
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Proficient in software
  • Procedure support
  • Dental staff assistance
  • Patient data gathering
  • Dental terminology
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Team collaboration abilities
  • Dental hygiene
  • OSHA regulations
  • Infection control procedures
  • Chairside assistance
  • Chair-side support
  • Strong writing and verbal skills
  • Instrument preparation
  • Oral healthcare
  • Oral X-rays
  • Dental procedure preparation
  • Oral health education
  • Instrument selection
  • Surgical setup
  • Radiography safety
  • Patient records gathering
  • Taking X-rays
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Customer service
  • CPR/AED
  • Dental assistant (RDA)
  • Treatment room preparation
  • Sealant application
  • Treatment Planning
  • Data entry
  • Postoperative care instructions
  • Disinfection and sterilization
  • Patient flow management
  • Office organization
  • Administrative support
  • Record management
  • Appointment confirmation
  • Excellent multitasking capability
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Incoming call reception
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Accounts receivable
  • Phone and email etiquette
  • Patient documentation
  • Front office management
  • Issue resolution
  • Adept at multi-line phones
  • Records management
  • Electronic dental record (EDR)
  • Electronic practice management (EPM)
  • Registered dental assistant license
  • Medical chart management
  • Proficiency in program name
  • Service oriented
  • Patient file management
  • Pleasant speaking voice
  • Confidentiality
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Organization and time management
  • Office administration
  • Patient registration
  • Self motivation
  • Staff leadership
  • CPR certified
  • Clerical skills
  • Documentation review

Timeline

Registered Dental Assistant

Vesa Health & Technology
03.2018 - Current

Dental Assistant

Loyal Source Government Services, LLC
03.2013 - 03.2018

Dental Assistant

Joint venture government contracts
03.2007 - 03.2013

High School Diploma -

Castlemont High School

Alameda College

Dental Assistant

Bryman

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