ANGELA HATTON

ad0xha@r.postjobfree.com 859-***-**** Falmouth, KY 41040

Summary

After 23 years of being a dental assistant I am eager to start a new journey. I'm a responsible hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, detail oriented, organizational skills, quick learner who is ready to take on a new role.

Skills

First Aid Trained

X-Ray Processing

Patient Recordkeeping

Chair-Side Support

Customer Service

Equipment Sterilization

Instrument Tray Preparation

Treatment Planning

Inventory Management

Instrument Sterilization

Data Verification

Relationship Building

Personable Communication

Patient Schedule Management

Restorative Dentistry

Disinfecting Rooms and Equipment

Appointment Scheduling

Teamwork and Collaboration

Office Administration

Inventory Replenishment

Supply Ordering

Payment Collections

Disinfection and Sterilization

Experience

Dry Ridge Family and Cosmetic Dentistry Dry Ridge, KY

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

12/2020 - Current

Greeted patients, recorded medical histories and vital signs, and provided patient education.

Assisted dentist in performing dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions and root canals.

Sterilized instruments and set up trays for dental procedures.

Performed preventive maintenance on dental equipment including autoclaves and handpieces.

Maintained accurate patient records and charts through both paper-based filing systems and computer software programs.

Prepared materials for impressions, taking x-rays and pouring models of teeth.

Provided chairside assistance to the dentist during examinations and treatments by handing instruments or material used during procedures.

Instructed patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain oral health.

Maintained inventory levels of supplies necessary for daily operations.

Assisted with laboratory duties such as fabricating temporary crowns, customizing night guards and splints, whitening trays and bleaching agents.

Took digital radiographs using intraoral sensors according to office protocol.

Constructed temporary crowns or other restorations under the direction of a dentist.

Assisted with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage.

Ensured all clinical areas were well stocked with necessary supplies; maintained cleanliness standards throughout clinic area.

Mortenson Family Dental Independence, KY

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

11/2019 - 11/2020

Greeted patients, recorded medical histories and vital signs, and provided patient education.

Assisted dentist in performing dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions and root canals.

Sterilized instruments and set up trays for dental procedures.

Same duties as listed above

Pfeiffer Family Dentistry Fort Thomas, KY

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

01/2004 - 02/2019

Greeted patients, recorded medical histories and vital signs, and provided patient education.

Assisted dentist in performing dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions and root canals.

Sterilized instruments and set up trays for dental procedures.

Same as listed above

Education and Training

Pendleton County High School Falmouth, KY

High School Diploma

06/1992

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