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PROSTHODONTIST ASSISTANT
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Skills
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Experience
08/2019 - CurrentProsthodontist AssistantAspen Dental | Birmingham (Trussville) , AL
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
- Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, flossing methods, brushing techniques.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments, and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
06/2017 - 07/2018Dental AssistantPhoenix Home Care And Hospice | Pleasant Hill , MO
- Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
- 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.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
06/2016 - 05/2017Patient Care CoordinatorPhoenix Home Care And Hospice | Pomona , KS
- Facilitated daily interaction between patients and hospital staff, coordinating special events for patients and families and providing educational materials and emotional guidance.
- Planned, integrated and maintained quality care systems and standards, which resulted in creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
- Established strong work network by building professional relationships with physicians and fellow employees.
- Liaised effectively with patients, doctors and staff members, assessing medical charts and promoting high level of communication and interaction.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
- Communicated with patients to ensure quality of care and develop care plans.
- Provided patients with treatment information and ensured comprehension.
03/2014 - 05/2016Patient Care CoordinatorHudec Dental | City , STATE
- Established strong work network by building professional relationships with physicians and fellow employees.
- Planned, integrated and maintained quality care systems and standards, which resulted in creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
- Facilitated daily interaction between patients and hospital staff, coordinating special events for patients and families and providing educational materials and emotional guidance.
- Liaised effectively with patients, doctors and staff members, assessing medical charts and promoting high level of communication and interaction.
- Organized special events for patients and families and provided educational resources to assist with emotional support.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
- Served as advisory resource by providing patient and family care expertise in form of educational materials, videos and latest information from CDC.
- Communicated with patients to ensure quality of care and develop care plans.
- Managed logistics for patient intake and implementation of appropriate courses of treatment.
- Provided patients with treatment information and ensured comprehension.
- Improved patient outcomes through value-added services.
- Ordered all supplies needed for the pharmacy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
Education and Training
05/2011High School Diploma
John Adams | City
John Adams | City
01/2013Dental Assistant Certification
Cleveland Institute of Dental & Medical Assistant | City
Cleveland Institute of Dental & Medical Assistant | City
2016Ohio State Dental Board Radiology License: Radiological Technology
Ohio State Board
Ohio State Board
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School Attended
- John Adams
- Cleveland Institute of Dental & Medical Assistant
- Ohio State Board
Job Titles Held:
- Prosthodontist Assistant
- Dental Assistant
- Patient Care Coordinator
Degrees
- 05/2011 High School Diploma
01/2013 Dental Assistant Certification
2016 Ohio State Dental Board Radiology License : Radiological Technology
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