Organized and detail-oriented patient coordinator well versed in all aspects of dentistry. My goal is to further my dental experience with advancement opportunities and long term commitments.
Skills
Dental materials knowledge
Sterilization techniques familiarity
Dental Radiography certificate
Instrumentation familiarity
Certified in First Aid
Endo, ortho and oral surgery
Temporary crown and bridge fabrication
Gentle patient care
Organized file management
Detailed patient histories
Proper telephone etiquette
Superior customer service
Dental Coding
Patient education
Keeping patients comfortable
Work History
Dental Assistant/Front office Coordinator04/2013
to Current Dental Brothers – Mesa,
AZ
Chair side Assisting [Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Implants, sinus lifts, bone grafts, aesthetic full mouth reconstructive dental, fillings, crown prep, cord packing, sterilization, x rays and complete exams, ordering, stock, inventory, checking all dentures and crowns are in for following day, denture adjustments and repair, sedation both oral conscious and IV].
Front office duties [ including filing/pulling charts, scheduling, converting to a paperless system, confirming patients, presenting treatment plans, confirming insurance plans and break downs, inputting insurance payments, Dentrix G4 and G5, Care Credit, payments/ledgers].
Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries.
Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Correctly mixed compounds for cleaning or filling teeth.
Completed patient paperwork and scanned into Dentrix system.
Alerted other staff when patients arrived and prepared records for dentist review.
Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
Confirmed patient insurance benefits and checked claim statuses.
Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance trainings.
Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
Designed a dental report card that explained patients' dental health status and treatment plans.
Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
Developed and implemented individualized dental care plans for patients.
Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.
Regularly solicited patient feedback to improve customer comfort and satisfaction.
Displayed expert use of Dentrix computer scheduling program to manage patient appointments.
Formulated treatment plans with restorative dentists and orthodontists.
Maintained clear, organized dental records and reports.
Designed appropriate treatment plans.
Lead Dental Assistant05/2011
to 04/2013 Country Club Family Dental – Mesa,
AZ
Chair side Assisting [Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Implants, sinus lifts, bone grafts, aesthetic full mouth reconstructive dental, fillings, crown prep, cord packing, sterilization, x rays and complete exams, ordering, stock, inventory, checking all dentures and crowns are in for following day, denture adjustments and repair, sedation both oral conscious and IV].
Front office duties [ including filing/pulling charts, scheduling, converting to a paperless system, confirming patients, presenting treatment plans, confirming insurance plans and break downs, inputting insurance payments, Dentrix G4, Care Credit, payments/ledgers].
Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries.
Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Correctly mixed compounds for cleaning or filling teeth.
Alerted other staff when patients arrived and prepared records for dentist review.
Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
Competently prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams and composites.
Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance trainings.
Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
Developed and implemented individualized dental care plans for patients.
Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.
Competently exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays (both intraoral and extraoral).
Quickly and thoroughly set up trays and sharpened instruments.
Formulated treatment plans with restorative dentists and orthodontists.
Designed and fitted prosthodontic appliances, including bridges, space maintainers and dentures.
Regularly attended dental society and treatment team meetings and in-service trainings to continuously learn about best practices.
Maintained clear, organized dental records and reports.
Designed appropriate treatment plans.
Lead Dental Assistant08/2009
to 11/2011 Dr Pease and Associates – Mesa,
AZ
Chair side Assisting[Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Implants, bone grafts, aesthetic dental, fillings], sterilization, x rays and complete exams, ordering, stock, inventory, checking all dentures and crowns are in for following day].
Front office duties [ including filing/pulling charts, converting to a paperless system, confirming patients, presenting treatment plans, confirming insurance plans and break downs, inputting insurance payments, Dentrix G4, Care Credit, payments/ledgers]
Designed appropriate treatment plans.
Maintained clear, organized dental records and reports.
Regularly attended dental society and treatment team meetings and in-service trainings to continuously learn about best practices.
Designed and fitted prosthodontic appliances, including bridges, space maintainers and dentures.
Formulated treatment plans with restorative dentists and orthodontists.
Displayed expert use of Dentrix computer scheduling program to manage patient appointments.
Quickly and thoroughly set up trays and sharpened instruments.
Competently exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays (both intraoral and extraoral).
Capably performed prophylaxis in the absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
Regularly solicited patient feedback to improve customer comfort and satisfaction.
Counseled patients about proper nutrition and self-care programs.
Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.
Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance trainings.
Confirmed patient insurance benefits and checked claim statuses.
Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
Competently prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams and composites.
Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
Alerted other staff when patients arrived and prepared records for dentist review.
Completed patient paperwork and scanned into Dentrix system.
Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries.
Dental Assistant02/2008
to 08/2009 Continental Dental Care – Tempe,
AZ
Chair side Assisting[Endodontics, fillings, oral surgery], sterilization, x rays and complete exams, ordering, stock, inventory, checking all dentures and crowns are in for following day].
Front office duties [ including filing/pulling charts, confirming patients, presenting treatment plans, confirming insurance plans, Dentrix G4, Care Credit, payments/ledgers].
Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries.
Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Correctly mixed compounds for cleaning or filling teeth.
Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
Competently prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams and composites.
Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
Confirmed patient insurance benefits and checked claim statuses.
Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance trainings.
Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.
Capably performed prophylaxis in the absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
Competently exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays (both intraoral and extraoral).
Extern12/2007
to 02/2008 Kids Dental Center – Chandler,
AZ
Sterilization, Hygiene Assistant, x rays, set up/tear down of rooms.
Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries.
Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance trainings.
Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
Education
Associate of Science: NursingCurrentMesa Community College-
Mesa,
AZ
General Studies
Emphasis in Psychology and health care practices
Certificate: Dental Assisting12 2007Apollo College-
Mesa,
AZ
Top 25% of class
Recipient of Deans Scholarship
Coursework in Dental Assisting
Diploma: 5 2007Westwood High school-
Mesa,
AZ
3.5% GPA
Certifications
Dental Assisting CPR certified X Ray certified First Aid certified Education 3.5GPA Working with special needs children, and elderly Multiple continuing education courses
Skills
charts, Oral, CPR certified, Credit, filing, First Aid, Front office, insurance, inventory, presenting, scheduling, tear
