Certified Dental Assistant with hands-on experience. Skilled at chairside assisting, dental radiography and building relationships with patients. Well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and enthusiasm to bring strong work ethic to excellent dental practice.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Sunflower Dental PLLC
Duncanville, TX
01.2023 - Current
Assisted dentist with a variety of dental treatments, including cleanings, fillings, extractions and root canals.
Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Provided support to new hires while they learn the duties associated with being a Registered Dental Assistant.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies and materials used in the office.
Registered Dental Assistant
Jefferson Dental and Orthodontics
Duncanville, TX
08.2022 - 01.2023
Assisted in dental procedures, such as scaling and root planing.
Sterilized instruments and equipment in accordance with established protocols.
Maintained inventory of supplies used during treatments.
Fabricated provisional crowns, bleaching trays and custom impression trays from alginate impressions or stone casts when necessary.
Reviewed medical histories with each patient before beginning a new course of treatment.
Biller/Payment Poster
AAL Management
Duncanville, TX
01.2021 - 08.2022
Reviewed and verified accuracy of patient insurance information and billing documents.
Verified insurance eligibility for patients by calling appropriate parties.
Submitted claims to insurance companies and researched and resolved denials and explanations of benefit rejections.
Maintained confidentiality on all patient record data.
Prepared detailed claims for submission to insurance companies according to policy guidelines.
Provided customer service support by responding promptly to inquiries from patients regarding their bills.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Dallas College
Dallas
05.2024
Skills
Leadership
Adaptability
Patient Relations
Team Collaboration
Strong Manual Dexterity
Critical Thinking
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
Provost's Honor Roll
Acquired position of Lead Dental Assistant with under a year of experience.