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DENTAL ASSISTANT
Summary
Skills
  • Patient schedule management
  • Dental staff support
  • Exam room setups
  • Eagle soft and Softdent proficiency
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Taking X-rays
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Patient counseling
  • Patient education
  • Medical records management
  • Multitasking
  • Four-handed procedures
Experience
Dental Assistant, John D. Mancini, Dds, Pc, March 2019-June 2020Sacramento , CA
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Entered patient data into dental records system using Softdent and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
  • Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, flossing methods, brushing techniques.
  • Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
  • Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
  • Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments.
  • Created dental x-rays using digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed temporary materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns. Also made Essex retainers and bleach trays.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Medical Assistant, Sacramento Ear Nose And Throat, October 2018-March 2019Palmer , MA
  • Administered rapid tests such as Strep and Influenza to help clinical staff assess conditions.
  • Supported functions for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, including setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatuses.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
  • Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
  • Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
  • Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
  • Recorded vital signs and medical history for hundreds of patients each week.
  • Cleaned, restocked and prepared exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
Dental Assistant, John D. Mancini, Dds, Pc, February 2009-February 2015City, State
  • Took CTscans, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Supported surgeon with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
  • Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
  • Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
  • Assisted dentists in wisdom teeth removal, bilateral sinus lifts with platelet rich plasma, bone grafts, dental implants, tooth extractions, impacted canines, facial trauma, jaw surgery, oral pathology and TMJ disorders.
  • Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
  • Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
Office Manager, Behavior Health Network, September 2002-March 2008City, State
  • Completed quarterly employee performance evaluations to identify deficiencies and recommend improvement strategies.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Improved operational efficiencies, managing work requests, new orders, pricing and changes while coordinating logistics to verify delivery dates.
  • Automated office operations to manage client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
  • Elevated productivity initiatives and managed presidential calendar, including coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
  • Oversaw office financial management, including AP/AR and payroll administration.
  • Handled supply purchases and inventory management for office operations and equipment maintenance.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed.
Education and Training
Dental Assistant Dental Assistants Trade School , , City2009
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