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Tierra Turner

Water Valley,MS

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cosmetologist

Bronzed Beauty
Water Valley , Ms
05.2015 - Current
  • Engaged positively with clients to deliver memorable customer experiences that resulted in repeat business.
  • Developed a loyal client base through excellent customer service.
  • Engaged with customers by providing friendly conversation during services.

•Ensured proper sanitation practices were followed at all times.

•Managed appointments through scheduling software program.

Dental Assistant

American Family Dentistry
Olive Branch, MS
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • 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.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.

Healthcare Assistant

Yalobusha General Hospital
Water Valley , Ms
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.

•Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration rate.

Education

Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting

Concorde Career College
Southaven, MS
05-2024

Cosmetology - Cosmetology Education

Northwest Community College
Oxford Ms
05-2017

High School Diploma -

Water Valley High School
Water Valley, MS
05-2015

Skills

  • Team Management
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Knowledgeable in Excel
  • Dental terminology knowledge
  • Dental staff support
  • Patient communication
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Oral hygiene instruction
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Prioritization
  • Relationship building
  • Customer service
  • Licensed Cosmetologist
  • Sanitation Practices

Certification

CPR trained

Timeline

Dental Assistant

American Family Dentistry
02.2024 - 05.2024

Healthcare Assistant

Yalobusha General Hospital
08.2019 - 11.2019

Cosmetologist

Bronzed Beauty
05.2015 - Current

Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting

Concorde Career College

Cosmetology - Cosmetology Education

Northwest Community College

High School Diploma -

Water Valley High School
Tierra Turner