Venita Shaw

Pediatric dental 4 handed dentistry, coronal polishing/pit&fissure sealant application and x-ray imaging. Patient/parent education over oral hygiene. Explanation of different dental procedures due to doctors diagnosis.

• Provides competency-based education while delivering instructions on an online blended/classroom environment
• Taking attendance, submitting grades and following a curriculum which is delivered and displayed for the career that was selected per student
• Also, assuring that the students complete the program with the hands on skills to carry them into their career confident to enough to perform professionally

• Asst
• With surgical procedures, Implant placement, IV sedation dentistry and 4 handed dentistry

• In charge of ordering of all dental materials, keeping updated records of Licenses for OSHA/HIPPA and First Aid and CPR training and maintaining compliance with TSBDE for Radiation/X-Ray exposure plans
• As well as assisting with 4 handed dentistry
• Managed front desk operations, ensuring smooth check-in and check-out processes.

• Instructed students on the overall knowledge of General dentistry, Specialties; ex: Pediatrics, Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, Maxillofacial/Cosmetic, Endodontics and Periodontics
• Sterilization, OSHA, HIPPA and all safety measures to ensure a safe work environment for themselves and others
• Hybrid education with the use of Canvas and Evolve educational resources

• Composite fillings, Alginate impressions, Crown/Bridge, Cerac trained, creating crowns in office for same day delivery
• Extractions, Implant placement/Restoring, Bone graft membrane placement with post-op care instructions

• Instructed students on the overall knowledge of General dentistry, Specialties; ex: Pediatrics, Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, Maxillofacial/Cosmetic, Endodontics and Periodontics
• Sterilization, OSHA, HIPPA and all safety measures to ensure a safe work environment for themselves and others
• (Program Chair) duties entailed the assurance of student’s success with completing the DA program and continuing the hands on portion in the field with the skill sets that they were trained upon
• Externship and maintaining the attrition numbers to assure that our students were successful in the field of study

• 4 handed General dentistry with additional training of Invisalign and Orthodontics training/certification
• Composite fillings, Alginate impressions, Crown/Bridge, Extractions, Implant placement/Restoring, Lab cases sent out/checked in and reviewing treatment plans prior to treatment/appointments
• Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing staff availability and client satisfaction.
• Oversaw front desk operations, ensuring exceptional guest experience and efficient service delivery.
• Conducted comprehensive insurance verifications to ensure patient coverage and eligibility.
• Collaborated with healthcare providers to resolve discrepancies in insurance information.
• Collaborated with medical staff to assess patient needs and align treatment options effectively.
• Developed strategies to improve patient retention and satisfaction through enhanced service delivery.
• Maintained detailed records of patient treatments, ensuring accurate billing and efficient followups.
• Explained treatment choices to patients and helped determine best options.
• Provided exceptional customer service to create a welcoming atmosphere for patients and their families.
• Presented financial arrangements clearly to patients, enabling informed decisions about payment options and timelines.
• Organized daily huddles with dental team members to review schedules, discuss potential challenges, and prepare for success throughout the day.

• Processed x-ray films, Assisted with 4 handed dentistry from General to Oral surgery, instructed patients with pre-op/post-op care instructions, provided overall health care information and also provided exceptional bed side manners to all patients