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CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Summary

Personable [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience working directly with patients to offer superior dental care. Organized when documenting patient information, preparing dental instruments for procedures, [Task] and [Task]. Expert at helping patients feel at ease by keeping cheerful attitude. Accomplished [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience in busy dental office settings. Highly skilled at taking X-rays, [Skill] and [Skill]. Team player supporting coworkers and taking direction from dentist. Driven Dental Assistant with [Number] years of success in building relationships with patients and colleagues. Expert in all areas of dentistry assistance and skilled at anticipating dentists' and patients' needs. Attentive, prepared and proactive when working closely with various dental team staff to deliver top-notch services. Motivated [Job Title] seeking to take on new long-term position in [Type] setting. Certified in [Area of certification] and highly experienced in working with patients and supporting [Job title]s. Respectful in communicating with patients and conscientious about educating each on key dental topics. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task] and [Task]. Offering [Soft skill], [Soft skill] and [Soft skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Skills
  • Dental staff support
  • Restorative procedures
  • Dentrix proficiency
  • Exam room setups
  • Medical records management
  • Patient counseling
  • Treatment room setup
  • Taking X-rays
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Organization
  • Team building
  • Inventory management
Experience
Certified Orthodontic Assistant, Northside Family Dentistry, October 2014-CurrentMacon, Ga.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed [Type], [Type] and [Type] materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Supported dentist chairside with procedures including [Type], [Type] and [Type].
  • Built loyal patient following and retained [Number] return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
  • Entered patient data into dental records system using [Software] and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments, educating patients and [Action].
  • Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
  • Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
  • Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
  • Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
  • Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
  • Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
  • Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, [Action], flossing methods, brushing techniques and [Action].
  • Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
  • Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, instruments and [Type] equipment.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
  • Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments, [Action] and [Action] and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Correctional Officer, Central State Prison, December 2018-October 2019Macon, Ga.
  • Transported inmates to and from personal appointments, including medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
  • Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
  • Maintained communications with staff and inmate body to maintain safe, effective prison environment.
  • Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
  • Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
  • Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
  • Safely transported inmates to and from work sites.
  • Maintained correct physical head count at all times.
  • Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
  • Completed [Type] protocols during emergency situations.
  • Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
  • Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
  • Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with all facility areas to support efficient and safe operations.
  • Observed and directed inmates during recreation, visits, telephone and shower time.
  • Conducted internal security checks to ascertain inmate safety.
  • Promoted safety, order and functionality of [Type] facility.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of [Type] facility.
  • Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
  • Maintained records and logs of man hours, materials and equipment used.
  • Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
Certified Orthodontic Assistant, North Georgia Orthodontics, August 2000-October 2018Lithonia, GA
Education and Training
Some College (No Degree)Criminal Justice, , Middle Georgia State University, MaconGA
Associate of Applied ScienceCriminal Justice, , , Central Georgia Technical College, , MaconGAMay 2018
Certifications
  • First Aid/CPR
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Northside Family Dentistry
  • Central State Prison
  • North Georgia Orthodontics

School Attended

  • Middle Georgia State University
  • Central Georgia Technical College

Job Titles Held:

  • Certified Orthodontic Assistant
  • Correctional Officer

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree)
    Associate of Applied Science

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