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Dental Assistant
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Dental Assistant experienced in direct patient care, routine laboratory tasks, steri center, creating and updating patient records and general office management. I Provide OUTSTANDING patient care and front office procedures. Holds current OSHA, X-RAY, CPR, and BLS certifications. Dental materials knowledge Eaglesoft proficient Detail-oriented Excellent communication skills possess X-ray certification Self-motivated knowledge in Dentrix Quick learner Resourceful and reliable worker Data Entry
Experience
Dental Assistant - HOERTDOERFER DENTISTRY - Manchester, NH
(2017-12)
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Supported dentist chairside with procedures including Cerec crowns, taking CBCT X-rays, restoring implants, cosmetic wax ups, communication with labs, and cosmetic restorations.
- Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
- 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.
- 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.
- Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments, educating patients about procedure and insurance benefits.
- Entered patient data into dental records system using Dentrix, and Eaglesoft. I observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Dental Assistant - AMOSKEAG URGENT DENTAL CARE - Manchester, NH
(2015-11 - 2017-06)
- Set up operatory and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
- Successfully assisted multiple dentist's by performing chair-side duties Correctly mixed and prepped compounds for filling teeth, cleaning teeth, endodontic therapy, oral surgery, crown/veneer prep, implant's and other chairside duties worked closely with array of laboratories for denture, crown, and custom tray cases
- Competently exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays gave post op instructions/information & consent to patients when necessary provide clinical/patient notes for billing purpose's Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures to ensure quality patient care.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- 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.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
Patient Coordinator - DR. WANG DMD AND ASSOCIATES - Nashua, NH
(2013-09 - 2015-02)
- Politely answered phones, scheduled patients, and confirmed office appointments.
- Completed patient paperwork/ medical history into Dentrix system.
- Alerted other staff when patients arrived and prepared records for dentist review.
- Recorded treatment information into patient records Confirmed patient insurance benefits and checked claim statuses.
- Accurately designed treatment plans.
- Coordinated care for patients, including overseeing admission processes and managing patient flows.
Bank Teller/ Customer Service - MERRIMACK COUNTY SAVINGS BANK - Concord, NH
(2011-01 - 2013-07)
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Greeted customers promptly.
- Maintained Confidentiality of bank records and client information.
- Executed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, money orders and checks.
- Rapidly and efficiently prepared customer and ATM cash and change orders.
- Organized, stocked and maintained the teller window area.
- Sold cashier's checks, traveler's checks and money orders.
- Answered telephone inquiries on banking products including checking, savings, loans and lines of credit.
- Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Hillsboro Deering High School (2011)

