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DENTAL ASSISTANT
Summary

Personable Dental Assistant professional with a record of reassuring and alleviating patient fears. Enthusiastic about dental health and enjoys educating patients about personal dental care, hygiene and preventative techniques. Detail-oriented experience assisting with direct patient care, routine laboratory functions, patient record and sterilization procedures.

Highlights
  • Front desk management
  • Point of sale systems and computer experience (Microsoft Word, Excel, Millennium, Outlook, etc.)
  • Punctual, positive, supportive
  • Excellent phone etiquette and time management
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Inventory Management
  • Customer service-oriented
  • General administrative skills
  • Comfortable in fast paced setting
Accomplishments
  • Developed Social Media marketing strategies utilizing Instagram, Facebook and other platforms to expand brand exposure and drive increased customer traffic.
Experience
Dental Assistant
May 2015 to CurrentCompany Name － City, State
  • Greeted and prepared patients for dental examinations.
  • Properly sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
  • Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and prevention of dental diseases.
  • Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
  • Applied fluorides or other cavity-prevention agents to inhibit tooth decay.
  • Greet patients with friendly attitude.
  • Reviewed status of waiting room on a routine basis to ensure that patients were being seen in a timely fashion.
  • Thoroughly gathered and recorded medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
  • Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
  • Correctly arranged instrument trays prior to dental procedures and surgeries.
  • Proficiently assisted dentist with diagnostic, preventative, general, orthodontic, endodontic, surgical and periodontic procedures.
  • Effectively operated x-ray machines and developed x-rays.
Executive Assistant
January 2009 to May 2014Company Name － City, State
  • Data entry in electronic file systems and maintained electronic and paper files.
  • Made copies, sent faxes and handled incoming and outgoing correspondence in a timely fashion.
  • Created Advertising, increasing company exposure.
  • Organized work records and filed reports.
  • Inventory Management.
  • Created and maintained schedules.
  • Verified that information in the computer system was up-to-date and accurate.
Salon Assistant
January 2008 to December 2012Company Name － City, State
  • Scheduled beauty consultations and hair styling appointments while maintaining calendars.
  • Assigned clients to stylist by aligning the client's needs with the stylists' expertise.
  • Informed guests of spa services, programs and activities over the phone and in person.
  • Addressed all member concerns with patience.
  • Worked a flexible schedule to accommodate salon needs.
  • Checked members and guests in promptly for their appointments.
  • Shampoo and condition guest's hair for stylist.
  • Kept all areas of salon clean and organized.
  • Verified end-of-day reports against credit and cash profits.
  • Addressed all guest complaints and referred any escalated situations to management.
  • Clearly communicated with each technician regarding any schedule changes.
  • Researched the various types of spa therapies and treatments to be better informed of spa services.
  • Rotated between front desk management and monitoring the stylist floor.
  • Responded to customer inquiries in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Suggested and sold salon services and retail products to customers.
Child Care Provider
February 2008 to October 2012Company Name － City, State
  • Organized activities that developed children's physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Used clear communication and professionalism to develop constructive relationships with families.
  • Used read-aloud time and alphabet games to promote early literacy.
  • Prepared, served and cleaned up daily meals for up to 5 children.
  • Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with age-appropriate playtime activities.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development with one-on-one attention.
  • Made nutritious snacks and meals for [number] children.
  • Continually encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Sanitized all toys and play areas daily.
  • Established and maintained a safe play environment for the children.
  • Monitored educational progress by keeping detailed individual charts and files.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety and wellness.
Education
High School Diploma : 2012Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School － City, State
  • Student government Secretary (2 years)
  • Coursework in Business Administration, Communications and Internships
  • Specialized coursework in English Honors
Professional Affiliations
  • Volunteer with Montgomery County Teen Talk Line (2011-2012)
  • Volunteer with Orange County German Shepard Rescue (2014-Present)
  • Internship with Colonial School District
Skills
  • Proactive needs-based sales skills and product knowledge
  • Technical proficiency in many areas of salon operations, industry trends and client follow-up
  • Shampoo and condition clients hair prior to cut and style
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Dental Assistant
  • Executive Assistant
  • Salon Assistant
  • Child Care Provider

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 2012

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