Trinity Diggs
Concord,NC
Summary
Adept Dental Assistant with proven expertise in dental radiography and exceptional team collaboration skills, honed at Southlake Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. Excelled in equipment sterilization and patient care, significantly enhancing dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction. Demonstrates a strong understanding of HIPAA compliance and digital X-ray proficiency, ensuring optimal dental health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Southlake Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Charlotte, NC
06.2024 - 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.
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- 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.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Charlotte, NC
05.2022 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- 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.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
Receptionist
Brazilian Wax By Andreia
Charlotte, NC
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Mecklenburg High School
Huntersville, NC06.2021
Skills
- Dental Radiography
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Equipment Sterilization
- Dental impressions
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Appointment Scheduling
- X-Ray Processing
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding
- Team Collaboration
- Cross-Training Capabilities
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Southlake Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
06.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
05.2022 - 04.2024
Receptionist
Brazilian Wax By Andreia
08.2019 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
North Mecklenburg High School