Zareona Craft
Leesville,LA
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant with exceptional patient care skills and a passion for providing top-quality care. Skilled in assisting with a variety of dental procedures, skilled in managing inventory, maintaining a clean and safe working environment, and documenting patient care services. Committed to continuous learning and growth in the dental field. Strong skills in team leadership, patient education, and implementing systems to improve patient care and reduce medical errors. A dedicated team player with exceptional communication skills and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Vital Dental
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office settings and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery. Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handling appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting supply orders.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines. Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions for diagnostics, opposing models, and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipped dental napkins, and placed patient safety devices.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- I prepared patient X-rays and images for review by the dentist.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts, and impressions.
- I entered patient data into the computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high accuracy.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions, and post-surgical care.
- Exposed, developed, and mounted dental x-rays.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting with dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns, and sealants.
- Booked patient appointments and managed treatment details using MS Excel and industry-standard registration software.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy and applying lead aprons.
- Assisted dentists in managing medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
- Performed 40 hours weekly schedule.
Dental Assistant
Louisiana Dental Institute
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by a dentist.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office settings and patient safety.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions, and post-surgical care.
- I entered patient data into the computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high accuracy.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies for procedures.
- Preoperative and postoperative education
- Sterilization Training
- Implant Training
- Trained in sedation dentistry
- Eaglesoft dental software
- X-ray training/CPR certified
- Fabricating provisional crowns, pouring impressions, trimming models,
- Performed 40-hour weekly schedule.
Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret & PINK
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Performed effectively in the self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Maintained a calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating a compelling, persuasive, and composed professional demeanor.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coins, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Student Clerical Worker
University Of Louisiana At Monroe
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Coordinated and scheduled appointments.
- I reviewed files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to scheduled appointments.
- Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
Activities Director
Avalon Memory Care
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Developed and led intergenerational activities to encourage the mental agility of patients.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Provided education and training for residents and staff to promote learning new skills and acquiring new knowledge in supportive environments.
- Maintained activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Worked with the nursing team to identify and document patient mental acuity changes and physical abilities.
- Maintained master calendar and relevant records.
Administrative Assistant
Vernon Middle School
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Provided administrative support to school/department staff; performed skilled word processing, data entry, filing, reorganized files, and typing
- Answered telephone and assisted visitors; answered informational inquiries
- Provided quality customer service to staff, students, parents, administrators, guest teachers, and the community
- Communicated effectively and professionally with students, parents, staff, and the community
- Traveled to do errands, pick up mail, and other requirements to travel for the company
- Maintained a variety of records and gathered information for reports; provided backup and peak load assistance to office staff; collaborated with colleagues to maintain a welcoming, professional environment
- Assisted in a health clinic in the absence of the nurse; assisted with the supervision of students, as assigned, and performed general bookkeeping as assigned
- Followed the Educator Code of Conduct & all policies, procedures, laws, and state/federal regulations
- Participated in school activities with the students
- Performed other duties as assigned.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
University of Louisiana Monroe
Monroe, LA12.2024
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Louisiana Dental Institute
Monroe02.2023
Licenses & Certifications
Monroe, LA02.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Leesville High School
Leesville, LA05.2021
Skills
- Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and procedures for the school system, knowledge of administrative support and file maintenance techniques, and basic accounting principles
- HIPPA compliance, sterilization, and infection control
- Patient education and communication
- Dental supply management
- Patient scheduling and appointment management
- Orthodontic laboratory management, dental radiographs, and imaging
- Treatment plan tracking and adherence
- Patient record management
- Inventory management and cost reduction
- Patient intake process improvement
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Orthodontic appliance knowledge
- Time management and efficiency
- Team collaboration and coordination
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Adaptability to new technologies and systems
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Basic Life Support Certification
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Vital Dental
06.2023 - 08.2023
Dental Assistant
Louisiana Dental Institute
12.2022 - 03.2023
Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret & PINK
11.2022 - 02.2023
Student Clerical Worker
University Of Louisiana At Monroe
08.2021 - 05.2022
Activities Director
Avalon Memory Care
08.2020 - 07.2021
Administrative Assistant
Vernon Middle School
08.2020 - 07.2021
No Degree - Psychology
University of Louisiana Monroe
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Louisiana Dental Institute
Licenses & Certifications
High School Diploma - undefined
Leesville High School
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