Melinda Gerald
Albany NY *****
ac1v33@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
My objective is to obtain a career with an organization that can utilize my transferable skills and experience while allowing me to grow within the company
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Knowledgeable in cleaning, and sterilization
Utilize organizational skills to maintain a clean workspace
Willing to work on days off in order to cover shifts when short-staffed
Have worked with a wide variety of personalities while working in a fast paced environment
Always display leadership skills in a respectful manor to ensure that a job is finished efficiently
Ability to grasp new ideas and integrate them into desired results
Able to coordinate several tasks simultaneously; able to prioritize and operate proactively
WORK EXPERIENCE
Professional Dentist Assistant 1995-2013
Dental Assistant
Sterilized instruments according to NYS Dentistry regulations
Cleaned teeth, using dental instruments
Prepared examination and surgical rooms by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place
Kept the dental room clean and well-stocked
Took and recorded medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
Provided postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist
Assisted dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies
Scheduled appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, completed insurance forms, and maintained records, manually or using computer
2010-2013 Dental Assistant, Professional Dental Search, Albany NY
1999-2000 Dental assistant, Dr. James Kring, Albany NY
EDUCATION
New York State Education Department
High School Equivalency Diploma
Albany, NY