Assistant Dental

Candace Smith, RDA **** Hwy ** S Monroeville, AL *6460 251-***-**** ***************@*****.***

Skills & Certifications

•Expanded Functions

•HIPAA/OSHA

•Basic Life Support through AHA

•Blood borne and Airborne Pathogens

•Teamwork

•Chair Side

•Amalgam and Composite Restorations

•Strong Communication Skills

•X-rays

•Four Handed Dentistry

•Pour Models & Trim Models

Education

Fortis Institute – Pensacola, FL

Certification: Dental Assisting - Graduated: July 2017

Honors and Achievements: Perfect Attendance

Experience

Community Health Northwest Florida- Pensacola, FL, Century, FL and Cantoment, FL Present

Dental Assistant- Full time Position

•Assist dentists with all dental procedures

•Prepare patient for examination and treatments processes

•Maintained and set up dental equipment and instruments

•Took and developed radiographs

•Guide patients through the facility’s process before and after treatment

•Assisted dentist at chair-side during examination and treatment of patient

•Prepared tray setups accurately for dental operation

•Assisted dentist with suctioning and suture cutting throughout surgical procedures

•Delivered exceptional care to every patient by answering their questions compassionately

•Guide patients through the facility’s process before and after treatment

•Prepare patients for dental procedures by informing them of what to expect during the process

•Set up/break down of operatories, took digital intra-oral and panoramic x-rays, and performed all aspects of sterilization techniques

•Apply cavity-preventative agents such as fluorides pit and fissure sealants to teeth

•Assist dentists by handing them fillings and instruments during procedures

•Ensured that surgical tools were sterilized for start of procedure

•Interviewed patients, took and recorded vital signs before procedures and gave pre-op/post-op instructions

•Prepared surgery trays with proper instrument set ups

•Performed sterilization procedures under proper OSHA regulations

•Prepare patients for dental procedures by informing them of what to expect during the process

•Maintain and Set up trays for hygiene,prepare patients for cleanings and Assist hygiene

Deatherage James R DDS – Brewton, AL September 2017 - December 2017

Dental Assistant – Temp Position

•Assist dentists with all dental procedures

•Prepare patient for examination and treatments processes

•Maintained and set up dental equipment and instruments

•Took and developed radiographs

•Guide patients through the facility’s process before and after treatment

•Assisted dentist at chair-side during examination and treatment of patient

•Prepared tray setups accurately for dental operation

•Assisted dentist with suctioning and suture cutting throughout surgical procedures

•Delivered exceptional care to every patient by answering their questions compassionately

•Guide patients through the facility’s process before and after treatment

•Answered phone and forwarded calls and messages accordingly

•Prepare patients for dental procedures by informing them of what to expect during the process

•Set up/break down of operatories, took digital intra-oral and panoramic x-rays, and performed all aspects of sterilization techniques

•Apply cavity-preventative agents such as fluorides pit and fissure sealants to teeth

•Assist dentists by handing them fillings and instruments during procedures

•Ensured that surgical tools were sterilized for start of procedure

•Interviewed patients, took and recorded vital signs before procedures and gave pre-op/post-op instructions

•Prepared surgery trays with proper instrument set ups

•Performed sterilization procedures under proper OSHA regulations

•Prepare patients for dental procedures by informing them of what to expect during the process

Porch Health Department- Atmore, AL May 2017 – July 2017

Dental Assistant Extern

•Assist dentists with all dental procedures

•Prepare patient for examination and treatments processes

•Maintained and set up dental equipment and instruments

•Took and developed radiographs

•Guide patients through the facility’s process before and after treatment

•Assisted dentist at chair-side during examination and treatment of patient

Candace Smith, RDA

Continued:

Porch Health Department- Atmore, AL May 2017 – July 2017

Dental Assistant Extern

•Prepared tray setups accurately for dental operation

•Assisted dentist with suctioning and suture cutting throughout surgical procedures

•Handled technical activities such as mixing amalgam and preparing impression materials

•Assisted the dentist and dental staff with treatment

•Delivered exceptional care to every patient by answering their questions compassionately

•Guide patients through the facility’s process before and after treatment

•Answered phone and forwarded calls and messages accordingly

•Prepare patients for dental procedures by informing them of what to expect during the process

•Apply topical anesthetic on specific instructions provided by dentists and ensure that patients are kept comfortable during dental procedures

•Assist dentists by handing them fillings and instruments during procedures

•Take patients’ histories and ask questions to determine if they might suffer from anxiety

•Put patient information in facility database by ensuring confidentiality

•Take dental impressions and assist dentists by using suction and swabs to keep the mouth clear

•Apply cavity-preventative agents such as fluorides pit and fissure sealants to teeth

•Administered alginate impressions and whitening tray/sports guard fabrication to tooth surfaces

•Completed periodontal charting for hygienists

•Ensured that surgical tools were sterilized for start of procedure.

•Managed and maintained patient charts

•Interviewed patients, took and recorded vital signs before procedures and gave pre-op/post-op instructions

•Prepared surgery trays with proper instrument set ups

•Performed sterilization procedures under proper OSHA regulations

•Set up/break down of operatories, took digital intra-oral and panoramic x-rays, and performed all aspects of sterilization techniques

•Participate in in-service training, department and general staff meetings, and clinics.

Volunteerism

Florida Missions of Mercury, Dental Assisting Volunteer March 2017 Chair side oral surgery and restorative Patient escort

Unrelated- Experience

Los Marinos Restaurant - Monroeville, AL March 2016 – July 2016

Hostess/Waitress

•Follow company policies and procedures regarding cash register performance

•Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to work in a self-directed manner

•Fulfilled the company’s defined customer experience by maintaining a friendly and customer focused approach

•Kept work area clean by utilizing appropriate cleaning standards

•Greet customers and determine their needs and wants

•Provide prompt and efficient responses to customers at all times.

•Demonstrates respect, friendliness, and professionalism at all times.

•Assist as needed with duties in other areas of the store.

•Assist customers in any way necessary by cashiering, helping with merchandise and answering questions in a polite and knowledgeable manner.

•Preform daily recovery to ensure a neat, clean and organized store.

Contact this candidate