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DENTAL ASSISTANT
Skills
  • Treatment room setup
  • Exam room setups
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Restorative procedures
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Multitasking
  • Dental staff support
  • Patient confidentiality
Education and Training
05/2019
High School Diploma
UEI COLLEGE Encino, CA
Summary

Outgoing Dental Assistant Intern with experience supporting dental office staff and boosting customer service ratings by offering high level of service to all individuals. Confident individual experienced in sterilization procedures, and patient education. Upbeat in high-pressure situations to promote positive work environment and customer satisfaction.

Experience
Dental AssistantWest Coast Dental | Los Angeles, CA09/2019 - 01/2020
  • Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, , flossing methods, brushing techniques and.
  • Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, and.
  • Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
  • Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed , and materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments, and , and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
  • Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
  • Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
  • Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Server Boston's market | Van Nuys, CA09/2018 - 11/2018
  • Cleaned, sanitized and organized food speed racks, bins and dry storage racks to keep food storage areas neat and prevent food-borne illness.
  • Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared and maintained buffet and salad bar by checking temperatures, restocking food and monitoring potential avenues of contamination.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
  • Delivered trays and bags to patrons and assisted with collecting items such as drinks, utensils and condiments.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Kept tables neat, cleared away dirty dishes, wiped down surfaces and refreshed glasses.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Home CaregiverIn Home Services | Fresno, CA03/2015 - 08/2015
  • Ran errands for clients and transported to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
  • Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans, including shopping for ingredients and cooking dishes.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
  • Assisted patients with transitioning between beds, wheelchairs and automobiles, providing consistent and safe mobility support.
  • Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
  • Completed data entries in charts and logbooks to document client progress.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to efficiently handle basic needs.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
  • Transported client to doctor's appointments and to complete other related errands.
  • Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • West Coast Dental
  • Boston's market
  • In Home Services

School Attended

  • UEI COLLEGE

Job Titles Held:

  • Dental Assistant
  • Server
  • Home Caregiver

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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