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Taylor Barnes

Washington ,DC

Summary

Experienced dental professional with a strong foundation in dental assisting experience. Seeking to enrich my academic journey through pursing a Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree. Eager to leverage my previous dental assisting experience in my academic journey using time management, critical thinking, and problem solving ability. Requesting your support in the form of a recommendation to facilitate my transition back into academia.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant

Children's Dentistry Of Arlington
01.2024 - Current
  • Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
  • Utilized digital radiography equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
  • Contributed to practice growth by delivering exceptional customer service, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and referrals.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.

Dental Assistant

First Smiles Dental
06.2018 - 08.2023
  • Interned during summers since 2018 and then was promoted to dental assistant in 2023.
  • Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for proper oral hygiene. Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Proficiency in Dentrix dental software.
  • Provided chairside assistance during all phases of restorative dentistry.
  • Sanitized equipment cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for the next patient.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.

Community Assistant

EPOCH Clemson
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Marketed property to prospective tenants by giving tours and pointing out key features.
  • Promoted property to businesses in local area through marketing collateral, phone calls and email messages.
  • Processed move-outs by completing final walkthrough, collecting keys, inspecting unit condition and preparing documentation for accounting purposes.
  • Organized equipment, supplies and staff for residential events throughout the year.

Dance Instructor

Academy of Dance Arts
12.2018 - 05.2019
  • Instructed classes with particular focus on ballet and tap, hip hop and jazz styles with dancers ages 3-9.
  • Developed lesson plans to teach dance choreography according to schedule.

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery - DDS

Howard University
Washington, DC

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Clemson University
12-2022

High School Diploma -

Blythewood High School
Blythewood, SC
06.2019

Skills

    Customer Service

    Professionalism and Ethics

    Strong Communication Skills

    Dental Radiography

Certification

  • Licensed Level I Dental Assistant in District of Columbia
  • DANB Radiology and Safely Certification
  • South Carolina Radiology Certified

Timeline

Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant

Children's Dentistry Of Arlington
01.2024 - Current

Community Assistant

EPOCH Clemson
01.2022 - 12.2022

Dance Instructor

Academy of Dance Arts
12.2018 - 05.2019

Dental Assistant

First Smiles Dental
06.2018 - 08.2023

Doctor of Dental Surgery - DDS

Howard University

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Clemson University

High School Diploma -

Blythewood High School
Taylor Barnes