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DENTAL ASSISTANT
Professional Summary

I am an energetic Dental Assistant accurately meeting patient and dentist needs by coordinating materials, cleaning teeth and applying sealing compounds. Well-organized and diligent about addressing individual requirements. Friendly, outgoing and professional in every interaction. Skilled with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Work History
Exceptional Dental. Kenner, LADental Assistant | 10/2019 - Current
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from priorvisits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy, and applying lead aprons.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
  • Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
  • Used Dentrix to document and maintain patient information and health background.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Prepared bitewing, panoramic and periapical radiological images, allowing dentist to spot cavities, decay and problem areas needing treatment.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Assisted patients in completing all necessary forms and documents.
  • Organized referrals to other medical specialists.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines at all times to protect patient privacy.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Armani Exchange. Metairie, LABrand Ambassador | 06/2017 - 03/2018
  • Communicated product value, quality and style to educate and entice potential customers.
  • Organized and stocked merchandise to keep necessary levels for sales demand.
  • Analyzed consumer usage patterns to identify trends and target key demographics.
  • Planned and organized sampling events by working hand-in-hand with retail store managers and leaders.
  • Set up and broke down promotional booths and tents, talked to potential customers for successful promotional events.
  • Snapped professional quality photographs to use on social media channels for promotional campaigns.
  • Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales and brand promotion.
  • Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
Starbucks. Metairie, LABarista | 05/2016 - 08/2017
  • Learned every menu preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet all customer needs.
  • Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Memorized ingredients and recipes for specialty drinks.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Prioritized drink requests while managing interruptions.
  • Complied with standards for merchandising, stocking and storing product.
Skills
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Dental office administration
  • Local anesthetic proficiency
  • Dental radiography
  • Treatment Room Cleanup
  • Infection Control Proficiency
  • Dental Staff Assistance
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Patient Relations
  • Electronic Charting
  • Proficient in Dentrix
  • Team collaboration
  • Sales
  • Sales Goals
  • Guest Services
  • Cash Handling
  • Product Knowledge
  • Quality Management
  • Visual Displays
  • Knowledge of Dental Terminology
  • Scheduling
  • Appointment Setting
  • Dentrix
  • Patient Information Verification
Education
Destre05/2016High School Diploma
University of Louisiana At LafayetteLafayette, LANo Degree: Biology
Certifications
  • Certified Dental Assistant
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Exceptional Dental
  • Armani Exchange
  • Starbucks

School Attended

  • Destre
  • University of Louisiana At Lafayette

Job Titles Held:

  • Dental Assistant
  • Brand Ambassador
  • Barista

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    No Degree : Biology

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