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DENTAL ASSISTANT
Professional Summary

Knowledgeable Dental Assistant Intern with expertise in supporting office personnel and dentists to care for patients. Energetic individual offering experience with x-ray taking, preparing dental impressions and assisting my coworkers with their needs. Detail-oriented in sterilizing and cleaning tools, equipment and surfaces for cleanliness and safety. Ready to further develop skillset and tackle new challenges.

Skills
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Treatment Room Cleanup
  • Infection Control Proficiency
  • Team collaboration
  • Chairside assisting
  • Patient Intake Procedures
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Full Mouth Radiographs
Work History
Dental Assistant | 03/2020 to Current
Great Expressions Dental Centers - Liberty, NY
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment, [Action] and [Action].
  • Helped [Job title]s complete routine and advanced procedures by preparing patients and instruments for expected needs.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures by [Action], clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy, [Action] and applying lead aprons.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images by [Action] for review by dentist.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Barista/Food Server Assistant | 09/2018 to 06/2020
Karma Road - New Paltz, NY
  • Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, overseeing preparation and monitoring food safety.
  • Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on various tasks, including resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks and upselling food and beverages.
  • Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions and deposited establishment's earnings to bank each [Timeframe].
  • Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
  • Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to support efficient cleaning.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Offered product samples, answered questions and helped customers find items.
  • Assistedcashiers with processing customer payments and documenting orders.
  • Checked dining area supplies, including linens and wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
Barista | 02/2018 to 09/2018
Dunkin' Donuts - New Paltz, NY
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Learned every menu preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet all customer needs.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas every [Timeframe].
  • Memorized ingredients and recipes for [Number] specialty drinks.
  • Accurately took [Number] to-go and special orders via phone daily.
  • Educated staff by sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas and merchandise.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.
  • Provided in-depth information to customers on beverage preparation and offered samples of latest brews.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
Cashier | 09/2016 to 01/2018
Michael's Arts & Crafts - Woodside, NY
  • Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
  • Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer.
  • Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Used cash registers and POS systems to request and record customer orders and compute bills.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Assisted customers with special services, account updates and promotional options.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
Education
Williamsburg Charter High School - Brooklyn, NY | High School Diploma06/2014
Dental Auxiliary Training Center - Wappingers Falls, NY | Certificate Dental Assisting, 11/2019
Certifications
  • Certified Dental Assistant
Additional Information

In July of 2019 I did a 3 day training with Dr. Zhang at her private family dental practice in Kingston, NY prior to starting my dental assisting program in Wappingers Falls.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Great Expressions Dental Centers
  • Karma Road
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • Michael's Arts & Crafts

School Attended

  • Williamsburg Charter High School
  • Dental Auxiliary Training Center

Job Titles Held:

  • Dental Assistant
  • Barista/Food Server Assistant
  • Barista
  • Cashier

Degrees

  • Williamsburg Charter High School - Brooklyn , NY | High School Diploma
    Dental Auxiliary Training Center - Wappingers Falls, NY | Certificate

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