Dental Assistant

Tia D. Williams

*** ****** ***** * ******, SC ***54

803-***-**** t ***.************@*****.***

Objective

To obtain a position as a Dental Chairside Assistant, where I’m enthused about educating patients about dental health and personal dental care. Superb knowledge of clinical procedures, medical and dental terminology. Ability to utilize my 8 years’ medical experience, providing instruction and leadership to staff along with my superb customer service skills to be an asset to your practice.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Dental Impressions t Instrument Sterilization t Patient Care t Coronal Polishing tProfessional t Four Handed Dentistryt Infection Control t Purchasing t Leadership/Training t EMR Software

EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

Clinicals/Hands-On

Healthy Smilz, Columbia, SC 2017

tFront office expertise, EagleSoft, experience in exposing and processing x-rays, temporary

tcrown fabrications. Poured impressions, trimmed models, bleaching trays. local anaesthesia

Carolina Children Dentistry, Sumter, SC 2017

tSkillfully used hand instruments and prophy handpieces to routinely clean children’s teeth

tMade pts. Feel as relaxed as possible, preparing them for treatment.

tFluoride applications, Sterilized equipment, Quickly and thoroughly set-up trays

tStocked supplies and filed charts

Epps Orthodontics 2017

tPrepared Orthodontic equipment, maintained sterile and clean positive environments,

tOptimizing patient comfort and safety. Called patients back and prepared them for treatment

SUMTER FAMILY HEALTH CENTER, Sumter, SC 2015 – 2016

Purchasing Specialist

Collaborates with the CFO to develop a strategic purchasing plan that aligns with departmental needs while ensuring adherence to quarterly and annual budget guidelines.

tIdentifies areas for purchasing process efficiencies and implements new protocols to improve document management.

tEnhances inventory management to eliminate excess products.

tProvides best practices to how to effectively managed product demand and pricing.

tLiaison to various facilities as well as outside vendors

COLONIAL FAMILY PRACTICE, Sumter, SC 2013 – 2015

Insurance Coordinator, Check-in/out Specialist

Ensured medical practice office operations and administration of medical insurance were accurately and efficiently managed.

tAttained a 100% accurate record of verifying eligibility for different types of medical insurance.

tAccurately documented co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance contributing to overall office record management excellence.

tImproved the management of patient collection accounts.

TUOMEY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, Sumter, SC 2010 - 2013

Clinical Technician/Greeter/Monitor Secretary

Protected the hospital’s reputation as a high-quality medical institution by assisting with the administration of various clinical tasks including: blood collection, troubleshooting EKGs, wound dressing, visual acuities and patient transport.

tEstablished strong reputation with patients for providing efficient and effective treatment in a fast-paced environment.

tMaintained a positive health safety regulatory compliance record for dealing with biohazard fluids.

MEJIAS MEDICAL TRAINING CENTER, Sumter, SC 2011 - 2012

Phlebotomist Instructor

Strengthened students’ competency with performing venipunctures and BGL by developing course materials and evaluating student performance.

tEnsured a safe learning and clinical work environment by supervising student work.

tContributed to students’ understanding of how to provide quality patient care.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Biology, Morris College, Sumter, SC

Certifications:

Dental Chairside Assistant, CPR/BLS/First-Aid, OSHA/HIPPA, Carolina Career College-2017

Certified Medical Assistant, National Association for Health Professionals - 2014

Phlebotomy, Adult/Infant CPR, EKG, Vital Signs, Professional Training - 2009

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