dental assistant resume example with 17+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability. Certified Dental Assistant with hands-on experience. Skilled at chairside assisting, dental radiography and building relationships with patients. Well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and enthusiasm to bring strong work ethic to excellent dental practice. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Skills
Sterilization Techniques
Exam Room Setups
Dental Staff Support
Patient Schedule Management
Taking X-Rays
Disinfecting Rooms and Equipment
Treatment Room Setup
Dental Radiography
Teamwork and Collaboration
Customer Service
Patient Care Standards
Advising Patients
Detail-Oriented
Relationship Building
Instrument Tray Preparation
Dentrix Proficiency
Oral X-Rays
Office Management
Experience
Dental Assistant, 07/2015 to 03/2020 Department Of Veterans Affairs – Lubbock, TX,
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
Dental Assistant, 09/2015 to 04/2017 Department Of Veterans Affairs – Augusta, ME,
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
Scheduled patient appointments and effectively handled cancellations and last-minute adjustments.
Responded to patient queries and concerns to resolve issues in accordance with company policies and procedures, healthcare regulations and dental board standards.
Hired, trained and monitored new office employees and took corrective action when necessary.
Handled office phone calls, correspondence and packages to keep hygienists and dentists free to focus on patients.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
Organized supply purchases, equipment upgrades and operating expenses.
Developed promotional programs to attract new patients.
Maintained and evaluated clinic budgets, general ledger and billing systems.
Bartender, 06/2002 to 10/2009 Rosewood Hotels & Resorts – San Martin, CA,
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/1998 to Westminster High School - Westminster, CA GPA:
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