dental assistant resume example with 19+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK Home: (555) 432-1000 - Cell: - resumesample@example.com - : - -
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with success.
Skills
Restorative dentistry
Patient confidentiality
Knowledgeable in Practice Works
Patient education
Patient records gathering
Strong writing and verbal skills
Patient schedule management
Office bill payer with Quickbooks
Experience
09/2016 to Current
Dental AssistantMyrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Centers, Inc – Saint Louis, MO,
Built loyal patient following and retained [Number] return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, [Action], flossing methods, brushing techniques and [Action].
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Entered patient data into dental records system using [Software] and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Instructed and educated patients to prepare for oral surgery by [Action], [Action] and [Action].
Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments, [Action] and [Action], and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, [Action] and [Action].
Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments, educating patients and [Action].
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed [Type], [Type] and [Type] materials to support dentists during procedures.
Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Prepared patients for dental procedures and treatment by greeting warmly, explaining procedure details, [Action] and [Action].
Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, instruments and [Type] equipment.
Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Supported [Job title]s with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using [Software].
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Supported dentist chairside with procedures including [Type], [Type] and [Type].
01/2009 to 01/2017
Assistant Barn ManagerVeterans Health Administration – Eglin Air Force Base, FL,
Blanketed horses to maintain warmth during inclement weather.
Maintained tidy barn by sweeping, cleaning and organizing feed and materials.
Mucked stalls and cleared manure out of paddocks.
Inspected water troughs weekly to identify and repair leaks.
Cleaned and prepared stalls for newly acquired horses.
Delivered basic equine medical care skills such as bandaging, wrapping and medication administration.
Cared for horses, including turn in and turn out, blanketing, cleaning stalls, feeding and watering.
Assisted students with preparing horses for lessons.
Performed simple farm maintenance such as fence repair and equipment troubleshooting.
Worked with the owner to determine ranch needs.
07/1999 to 01/2007
Lead Registered Dental AssistantIngrid Janssen DDS – City, STATE,
Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments, [Action] and [Action], and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, [Action] and [Action].
Instructed and educated patients to prepare for oral surgery by [Action], [Action] and [Action].
Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed [Type], [Type] and [Type] materials to support dentists during procedures.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
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.
Supported [Job title]s with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, instruments and [Type] equipment.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Built loyal patient following and retained [Number] return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Supported dentist chairside with procedures including [Type], [Type] and [Type].
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using [Software].
Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/1998 to to
Registered Dental Assistant : Dental Assisting Clover Park Technical College - Lakewood, WA GPA:
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