Lead RDA Resume Example Smile Brands

LEAD RDA

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with 11 years of experience and success providing chair-side assistance to dental hygienists and dentists in fast-paced dental offices. Accurate when preparing equipment and materials for treatment, taking radiographs and educating patients. Clear communicator driven to produce ideal patient outcomes.

Skills

CPR/BSL
Restorative dentistry
Patient counseling
Restorative procedures
Dentrix proficiency
Patient schedule management
Four-handed procedures
Periodontics
Multitasking
Exam room setups
Disinfecting rooms and equipment

Medical records management
Sterilization techniques
Taking X-rays
Treatment room setup
Dental staff support
Knowledgeable in PV2020 and Dentrix
Patient records gathering
Oral X-Rays
Oral Healthcare
Chairside assistance

Experience

05/2014 - Current

Smile Brands － North Little Rock , ARLead RDA

Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed liner and sealer materials to support dentists during procedures.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, root canals and extractions.
Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Supported dentists with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, flossing methods and brushing techniques.
Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Entered patient data into dental records system using PV2020, Dentrix and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Ordered all supplies for Hygiene, Dentist and office supplies.
Inventory
Infection Control Compliance

06/2010 - 05/2014

Comprehensive Community Health Centers － North Hollywood , CARDA

Set up appointment times and handled canceled appointments.
Reviewed patient records to check accuracy of information and implement updates.
Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
Answered and managed incoming calls and emails.
Arranged documents for insurance claims.
Collected payments from patients and arranged payment schedules.
Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Demonstrated proficiencies in telephone, e-mail, fax and front-desk reception within high-volume environment.
Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
Verified, updated and entered patient information into system.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
Supported dentist chairside with procedures including fillings, crowns, root canals and oral surgery.
Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using PV2020 and Dentrix.

08/2005 - 07/2009

National Beverage － Lenexa , KSOffice Manager

Increased office organization by developing filing system and customer database protocols.
Distributed company correspondence, including memos and updates to reinforce and apprise departments and divisions of corporate objectives and developments.
Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
Automated office operations to manage client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed.
Oversaw day-to-day office operations, including receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
Supported office needs including taking messages, scanning documents and routing business correspondence.
Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.
Recruited, trained and developed dynamic administrative team, supporting all corporate growth and productivity objectives.
Evaluated employee job performance and motivated staff to improve productivity.
Conducted yearly performance evaluations of office staff to monitor progress and productivity and recommend promotions, corrective or disciplinary actions.
Optimized personnel coverage, preparing work schedules based on staff availability and forecasted demands.
Assisted with interviewing job applicants, asking appropriate questions and offering insight and feedback to Hub Manager. afterward.
Interviewed, onboarded, developed and oversaw daily activities of 5 clerical and administrative office personnel.
Handled esculations for customers.

Education and Training

06/2010

Careers In Dental AssistingCityRDA Certificate: Dental

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