Victoria Drummond
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Talented Dental Assistant with 7 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments. Im an organized and dependable candidate that's successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude with a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
SPENCERS DENTAL AND BRACES
01.2019
- I efficiently manage patient care, office and laboratory duties within a multispecialty dental group
- Expose and process dental X-rays; maintain patient records and lab equipment; sterilize instruments; assist the doctor and educate patients on postoperative and general oral health care
- Maintain clean, sterile and positive environments optimizing patient comfort and safety.
Dental Assistant
JET DENTAL
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Dental Assistant
SMILE BY DESIGN
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits with BA team.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Aided in the development of staff training materials, fostering a cohesive team environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Implemented educational programs within the practice that emphasized preventative care strategies for patients.
Dental Assistant
Absolute Dental Practice
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Exposed, developed,labeled, and mounted dental x-rays.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by effectively addressing concerns and answering questions about dental treatments.
- Applied fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Assisted in coronal polishing.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Skillfully managed dental emergencies, stabilizing patients and coordinating appropriate follow-up care.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, safeguarding the health of patients and staff.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Increased efficiency in the dental office by assisting with chairside duties such as taking impressions and fabricating temporary crowns.
- Supported dentist during oral surgeries, ensuring proper instrument preparation and sterilization procedures were followed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with diverse needs.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Improved effectiveness of diagnostic procedures by skillfully manipulating digital x-ray technology for optimal image clarity.
Dental Assistant
The Doctors Berger Family Dentistry
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
Education
Dental Assisting Certificate (accredited program) -
NORFOLK TECHNICAL CENTER
Norfolk, VACompleted National Board of Dentistry-approved radiology course. -
Radiation Health and Safety (DANB)
Skills
- Endodontic Procedure Assistant
- Dental impressions
- Medical Charting
- Postoperative Care Instructions
- Oral Surgery Assistance
- Pediatric dental care
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- Full Mouth Radiographs
- Instrument Sterilization Techniques
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix Ascend
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Data Entry
Pages
2
Timeline
Dental Assistant
The Doctors Berger Family Dentistry
10.2023 - 01.2024
Dental Assistant
Absolute Dental Practice
10.2022 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant
SMILE BY DESIGN
04.2022 - 10.2022
Dental Assistant
JET DENTAL
01.2022 - 03.2022
Dental Assistant
SPENCERS DENTAL AND BRACES
01.2019
Dental Assisting Certificate (accredited program) -
NORFOLK TECHNICAL CENTER
Completed National Board of Dentistry-approved radiology course. -
Radiation Health and Safety (DANB)
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