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Torie Palmer

Saint Mary,MO

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Advanced Dental Arts
Saint Louis, MO
08.2021 - Current
  • Educated patients on preventive dental care practices such as flossing and mouth rinses.
  • Scheduled appointments for both new and returning patients based on availability.
  • Performed chair-side dental assisting during patient examinations and treatments, including taking radiographs, impressions, and pouring up models.
  • Assisted with the placement of restorations such as fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures and partials.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient procedures by setting out instruments and materials.
  • Provided post-operative instructions to patients regarding medications, diet, oral hygiene and follow-up visits.
  • Maintained Sterilization Area according to OSHA guidelines and sterilized all instruments after use.
  • Provided direct patient care in a manner that promoted comfort and safety for all patients.
  • Fabricated temporary crowns from alginate impressions or pre-fabricated templates.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of dental terminology in order to communicate effectively with colleagues and other health professionals.
  • Ensured that all dental equipment was properly maintained and serviced regularly.
  • Organized patient charts prior to appointments by gathering necessary documents.
  • Verified accuracy of patient information before each appointment by reviewing existing records or collecting new data.
  • Managed inventory control system by ordering supplies when needed.
  • Explained insurance benefits to patients in order to maximize their coverage.
  • Greeted incoming patients with courtesy while providing them with necessary paperwork.
  • Answered phones professionally while responding promptly to inquiries from staff members or patients.
  • Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
  • Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
  • Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
  • Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
  • Prepared bills and completed insurance forms using system software.

Education

CDA, EFDA - Dental Assisting

St. Louis Community College
Forest Park
06-2005

Skills

  • Restorative procedures
  • CPR/AED
  • Physical examination knowledge
  • First aid trained
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Patient Recordkeeping
  • Patient Communication
  • Insurance Coordination
  • Patient care excellence
  • Adaptable to change
  • Patient Counseling
  • Inventory Management
  • Self Motivation
  • Task Prioritization
  • Supply Ordering
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Insurance Verification
  • Payment Collections
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Team building
  • Document Management
  • Patient schedule management

Timeline

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Advanced Dental Arts
08.2021 - Current

CDA, EFDA - Dental Assisting

St. Louis Community College

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