Tricia Biever

Performed tasks as Surgical Tech, aiding in surgical settings and endoscopy procedures. Maintained scopes through thorough cleaning and sterilization practices. Oversaw supply ordering for stock and non-stock items, enhancing operational efficiency. Engaged in sterile processing duties to ensure compliance with health regulations.

• Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
• Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of treatment areas.
• Provided chairside assistance to dentists, ensuring smooth workflow during procedures.
• Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices.
• Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups efficiently.
• Collaborated with dental team to enhance patient care processes.
• 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.
• Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
• Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
• Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
• Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
• Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
• Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
• Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
• Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
• Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
• Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
• Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
• Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
• Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
• Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.