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REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT, CHAIRSIDE
Summary
Skills
Inventory management, cost effectiveness, organization, and ordering Education and Instruction
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Experience
Sacramento Native American Health Center | Sacramento , CARegistered Dental Assistant, Chairside03/2017 - 09/2019
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, [Action] and [Action].
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Instructed and educated patients to prepare for oral surgery by [Action], [Action] and [Action].
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
- Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments, [Action] and [Action] and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
- Supported [Job title]s with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed [Type], [Type] and [Type] materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using [Software].
Brian D. Cropper Family Dental | City , STATERegistered Dental Assistant07/2015 - 02/2019
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- 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.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Instructed and educated patients to prepare for oral surgery by [Action], [Action] and [Action].
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
- Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, [Action] and [Action].
- Supported [Job title]s with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed [Type], [Type] and [Type] materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments, [Action] and [Action] and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
- Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using [Software].
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Aarons Water Service | City , STATEAdministrative Assistant Manager06/2012 - 07/2014
- Trained internal staff members on administrative processes, work instructions and procedures to facilitate consistent and seamless company operations.
- Monitored office inventory to maintain adequate supply levels and order products.
- Distributed company correspondence, including memos and updates to reinforce and apprise departments and divisions of corporate objectives and developments.
- Delivered comprehensive training to employees to ensure and maintain compliance requirements company-wide.
Education and Training
Kaplan College | City, StateAssociate of Applied Science in Dental Assisting05/2008
- Completed coursework in [Subject], [Subject] and [Subject]
- Ranked in Top [Number]% of class
- [Award Name] Recipient
- Magna cum laude graduate
Hobbies
Artsy-crafty and enjoy shopping resale for new ideas. Some favorites such as furniture refinishing and making framed and lighted jewelry trees.
Cleaning and organizing all areas of home. Having and visiting garage sales. (One justifies the other)
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School Attended
- Kaplan College
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Administrative Assistant Manager
Degrees
- Associate of Applied Science in Dental Assisting
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