Terriko Kaminaga-Lokebol
Springdale
Summary
Dedicated Registered Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Community Clinic, excelling in patient care and clinical support. Mastered electronic charting and oral hygiene education, enhancing patient satisfaction and dental health outcomes. Known for exceptional time management and teamwork, significantly improving clinic efficiency and patient flow.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assitant
Community Clinic
04.2006 - 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.
- 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.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- 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.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
- Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Calvary High School
Marshall Islands06-1999
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Electronic charting
- Oral hygiene education
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Patient scheduling
- Clinical support
- Dental assistant (RDA)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient flow management
Languages
Marshallese
Timeline
Registered Dental Assitant
Community Clinic
04.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Calvary High School
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