Vicky Nolden
Lincoln,CA
Summary
Dedicated and service-minded professional with experience providing excellent patient care in a busy dental office. Knowledgeable in all areas of dental assisting, including dental radiography, charting, instrument sterilization, and infection control. Highly detail-oriented and organized, with a strong focus on patient satisfaction. Committed to maximizing efficiency in the practice. Hard worker experienced in problem-solving, service and time management. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the [Dental Assistant] role at your company. Ambitious individual with strong organizational and multitasking skills, as well as an aptitude for technology. Ready to apply knowledge and skills to any challenge. Responsible student with good judgment, time management, and a flexible schedule. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience providing comprehensive patient care and dental hygiene services. Possesses a strong knowledge of dental procedures and a commitment to providing the highest quality care to patients of all ages. Experienced in using leading dental technologies, including digital radiography and intraoral cameras, to provide comprehensive assessments and treatment plans. Proven success in building relationships with patients and educating them on the importance of oral hygiene and preventive care. Organized and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience providing comprehensive patient care. Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as a strong understanding of dental software applications. Skilled in providing patient education, document management and clinical chair-side support.
Diligent Desired Position with comprehensive background in dental assisting. Successfully supported dental procedures and ensured patient comfort, contributing to improved practice efficiency. Demonstrated competence in sterilization techniques and patient record management, consistently maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Childrens Choice Pediatric Dental Care
Yuba City, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Educated children and parents about oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Assisted in providing high-quality dental care to pediatric patients, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Built rapport with young patients by engaging them in age-appropriate conversation during visits to alleviate anxiety or fear surrounding dental appointments.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Dental Assistant
River Valley Dentistry
Yuba City, CA
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained accurate patient records in digital systems, enhancing data retrieval efficiency for future visits.
- 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.
Dental Assistant
Smile Quest Dental
Rocklin, CA CV
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted with patient intake and management, ensuring organized appointment scheduling and documentation.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and setting up necessary supplies for procedures.
- Supported dentists during examinations and procedures by providing tools and materials promptly.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, fostering improved health awareness and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, improving overall clinic operations and patient experience.
- Monitored inventory of dental supplies, assisting in timely reordering to prevent shortages during procedures.
- Engaged in continuous learning about dental technologies and practices to enhance service delivery quality.
- 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.
- 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.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Dental Assistant Intern
Whitney Oaks Dental
Rocklin, CA
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Welcomed, seated and draped patients to prepare for dental treatments.
- Documented dental care services by charting in patient records.
- Assisted with digital x-rays by exposing and developing radiographs.
- Prepared treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
- Complied with sanitation procedures, rules and regulations to maintain safe and clean working environment.
- Kept information confidential to maintain patient confidence and protect operations.
- Fabricated temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
- Scheduled appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, complete insurance forms and maintained records, manually, and using computer.
- Charted conditions of decay and disease to prepare for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
- Exposed, developed, and mounted intraoral and extraoral dental x-rays.
- Sterilized and disinfected instruments and set up instrument trays to assist dentist.
Financial Aid Assistant
Oakwood University Financial Aid Services
Huntsville, AL
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Properly processed deposits, withdrawals and payments for average of Number customers daily.
- Reviewed financial aid reconciliation reports, calculated amounts and verified totals on related documentation.
- Guided students through financial aid processes, by completing necessary forms and updating account records.
- Monitored transactions and customer behavior to identify signs of fraud.
- Answered phone calls and part up appointments with financial advisors.
Counselor-in-Training
Leoni Meadows Camp
US
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Developed and monitored budgets for recreational activities.
- Swept and mopped floors, disposed of trash and sanitized cabins.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Assisted in recruitment and hiring of new recreation staff.
- Utilized diverse interventions and counseling methods to model coping skills.
Cashier
Mei Wei Asian Bistro
Huntsville, AL
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Operated cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges.
- Delivered exceptional customer service at all points of contact.
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers.
- Performed opening and closing procedures, such as counting cash register, restocking, and cleaning.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with co-workers.
- Developed strong customer service skills by providing efficient and accurate service.
- Processed customer orders and ensured the accuracy of their purchases.
- Greeted and informed customers of products, fostering positive store experiences.
- Enforced store safety and cleanliness standards, reducing hazards.
- Delivered customer service by greeting customers and answering any store inquiries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CAUS - Dental Assisting
Lincoln Dental Assistant Academy
Lincoln, CA04.2023
Bachelor of Health Science - undefined
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL11.2022
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Venture Academy
Stockton, CA01.2020
Skills
- Office Administration
- Office Equipment Proficiency
- Critical Thinking
- Order Processing
- Active Listening
- Greeting Visitors
- Till Counting
- File Maintenance
- Correspondence Writing
- Database Management
- Public Speaking
- Financial Aid Application Processing
- FAFSA Expertise
- Private Loans Understanding
- Workflow Processes
- Type of Aid Specialist
- Team collaboration
- Patient relations
- Electronic charting
- OSHA regulations
- CPR/AED
Certification
- Dental Assistant
- Dental Radiology Safety
- Basic Life support
Timeline
Dental Assistant
River Valley Dentistry
07.2023 - 12.2023
Dental Assistant
Smile Quest Dental
04.2023 - 06.2023
Dental Assistant Intern
Whitney Oaks Dental
03.2023 - 04.2023
Dental Assistant
Childrens Choice Pediatric Dental Care
01.2023 - Current
Financial Aid Assistant
Oakwood University Financial Aid Services
09.2022 - 11.2022
Counselor-in-Training
Leoni Meadows Camp
06.2022 - 07.2022
Cashier
Mei Wei Asian Bistro
01.2021 - 04.2021
US - Dental Assisting
Lincoln Dental Assistant Academy
Bachelor of Health Science - undefined
Oakwood University
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Venture Academy
High School Diploma -
Sacramento City College