Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Veroneka Haynes

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Lead Dental Assistant with expertise in dental impressions and a strong commitment to patient care at Just Smiles Dentistry. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork, while ensuring adherence to infection control protocols. Skilled in digital X-ray proficiency, contributing to improved diagnostic outcomes.

Professional dental care provider with strong background in clinical support and patient care. Known for excellent communication, patient management, and technical assistance during procedures. Dependable team player with focus on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing environments. Skilled in sterilization techniques, radiography, and maintaining infection control standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Cute Smiles 4 Kids & Orthodontics
03.2024 - Current
  • Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and addressing their concerns regarding dental procedures.
  • Contributed to practice growth by delivering exceptional customer service, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and referrals.
  • Collaborated with dental team members for seamless coordination of care for pediatric patients.
  • Assisted dentists during procedures, effectively anticipating needs and reducing treatment times.

Dental Assistant

PRINCESS DENTAL
12.2021 - Current
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • 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.
  • Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.

Dental Assistant

Smile Max 365
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.

Dental Assistant

Westwind Dental Phoenix
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring necessary resources were readily available for all procedures.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Assisted dentists in various procedures, ensuring accurate treatment delivery and high-quality patient care.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged return visits.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.

Lead Dental Assistant

Just Smiles Dentistry
01.2020 - 11.2021
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.

Education

No Degree - LICENCSE NURSE PRACTIONER

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
02-2025

High School Diploma -

BROOKSHIRE ONLINE LEARNING ACADEMY
California, VA
01-2020

DENTAL ASSISTANT - DENTAL ASSISTANT

UEI College
Phoenix, AZ
01-2020

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Dental radiography
  • Digital X-ray proficiency
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Team collaboration
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Oral surgery assistance
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Endodontic procedure assistance
  • Dental software management
  • Pediatric dental care

Accomplishments

  • Mentored over 15 dental assistants.
  • Improved patient education by working with dentists to create patient education program covering general dental hygiene and post-surgical care.

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Cute Smiles 4 Kids & Orthodontics
03.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

Smile Max 365
07.2023 - 02.2024

Dental Assistant

Westwind Dental Phoenix
01.2022 - 04.2023

Dental Assistant

PRINCESS DENTAL
12.2021 - Current

Lead Dental Assistant

Just Smiles Dentistry
01.2020 - 11.2021

No Degree - LICENCSE NURSE PRACTIONER

Grand Canyon University

High School Diploma -

BROOKSHIRE ONLINE LEARNING ACADEMY

DENTAL ASSISTANT - DENTAL ASSISTANT

UEI College