TAYLOR PARKER
Salem,VA
Summary
Dedicated dental assistant with expertise in patient care, X-ray certification, and sterilization techniques, and team collaboration. Committed to providing exceptional chair-side assistance, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Dental Assistant
Henritze
Roanoke, VA
03.2023 - 01.2026
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Collaborated with dental team to improve patient service and clinic efficiency.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
Food and Beverage Attendant
Chick-Fil-A Restaurant
Salem, VA
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
- Operated cash register, handling transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a hygienic food preparation environment.
- Maintained a positive attitude towards coworkers and customers at all times.
- Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
Childcare Assistant
Wak Grove Elementary School
Roanoke, Virginia
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety and wellness.
Childcare Assistant
Independent Child Care
Roanoke, Virginia
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Assisted in meal preparation including preparing snacks and drinks.
Education
Intro To Dental Hygiene
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Glenvar High School
Salem, VA05-2024
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Burton Center For Arts And Technology
Salem,Virginia05-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- X-ray certified
- Sterilization techniques
- Dental impressions
- Basic life support certification
- Team collaboration
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Dental records
- OSHA regulations
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
Certification
Virginia and Health and Safety Update Training
References
-Dr. Steven Anama
-Dr. John Fitzgerald
-Paris Simone (dental assistant)
-Melanie Crawley (dental assitant)
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Henritze
03.2023 - 01.2026
Food and Beverage Attendant
Chick-Fil-A Restaurant
07.2022 - 03.2023
Childcare Assistant
Wak Grove Elementary School
11.2021 - 04.2022
Childcare Assistant
Independent Child Care
08.2019 - 02.2022
Intro To Dental Hygiene
Virginia Western Community College
High School Diploma -
Glenvar High School
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Burton Center For Arts And Technology