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DENTAL ASSISTANT
Professional Summary
Compassionate Dental Assistant well-versed in four-handed chair side dentistry, routine restorations and intra-oral techniques. Dental Assistant experienced in direct patient care, routine laboratory tasks, creating and updating patient records and general office management.
Skills
  • Dental materials knowledge
  • Sterilization techniques familiarity
  • Model trimming competency
  • Gentle patient care
  • Superior customer service
  • Temporary crown and bridge fabrication
  • Adult tooth charting
  • CEREC
  • Practiced in extractions
  • Dental Radiography certificate
  • Certified in CPR
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Compassionate
  • Efficient and reliable team player
  • Committed team player
  • Adaptable
  • Certified in n2o
  • Patient-focused care
Work History
Dental Assistant, 07/2011 to Current
Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Centers, Inc – Saint Louis , MO
  • Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
  • Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Correctly mixed compounds for cleaning or filling teeth.
  • Completed patient paperwork.
  • Alerted other staff when patients arrived and prepared records for dentist review.
  • Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
  • Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies when necessary.
  • Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
  • Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
  • Competently prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams and composites.
  • Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
  • Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
  • Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
Dental Assistant, 08/2007 to Current
Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Centers, Inc – Saint Louis , MO
  • Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries.
  • Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
  • Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Correctly mixed compounds for cleaning or filling teeth.
  • Completed patient paperwork and scanned into Dentrix system.
  • Alerted other staff when patients arrived and prepared records for dentist review.
  • Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
  • Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies when necessary.
  • Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
  • Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
  • Competently prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams and composites.
  • Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
  • Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
  • Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.
  • Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
  • Competently exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays (both intraoral and extraoral).
  • Assisted with or instituted emergency procedures for sudden adverse developments during treatments.
  • Regularly attended dental society and treatment team meetings and in-service trainings to continuously learn about best practices.
Manicurist, 05/1997 to 07/2011
Mgm Resorts – Us , FL
  • Anticipated spa and salon guest concerns and addressed them immediately.
  • Greeted all guests in a warm and friendly manner to create a positive first impression of the spa.
  • Led comprehensive spa tours for new members.
  • Restocked linen and laundry in all areas of the spa.
  • Transported soiled linens to the laundry facilities.
  • Followed through with client requests in a timely manner.
  • Drained, cleaned and filled mineral tubs for guests after each use.
  • Served as a primary point of contact for members and guests for information on spa products and services.
  • Performed inventory and restocking assignments as necessary.
  • Reported any unprofessional behavior from clients to management.
  • Handled guest complaints calmly and professionally.
  • Refilled professional spa products as necessary.
  • Communicated any relevant schedule changes to the spa supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma: 1989
State Line Christian School - City, State
Manicurist, 1995
Toledo Academy of Beauty - City, State
Surgical Tech, Owens Community College - City, State
Dental Assistant, 2007
Northwest Ohio Dental Assisting School - City, State
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School Attended

  • State Line Christian School
  • Toledo Academy of Beauty
  • Owens Community College
  • Northwest Ohio Dental Assisting School

Job Titles Held:

  • Dental Assistant
  • Manicurist

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 1989
    Manicurist , 1995
    Surgical Tech ,
    Dental Assistant , 2007

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