Natasha Shaw, RDA
ad3v0n@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a challenging Register Dental Assistant position.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
More than 20 years of experience as a Dental Assistant with the ability to run the back office and coordinate the lab. Strong organizational, communication and people skills allow me to understand what the patient needs in terms of good dental care. Having good people skills gives me the ability to multi-task using dental procedures and practices, techniques and methods. Highly motivated to achieve both personal and professional goals.
DENTAL SKILLS:
Dental/Health Terminology
IV Sedation
Charting
Setting Up Trays/Rooms
EZ Dental Program
Oral Sedation
Taking Digital X-Rays
Coronal Polishing
Sterilizing Instruments
Taking Impressions
Pouring Up Models
Filing Charts
Nitrous Oxide
ZOOM Whitening
Sealants
WORK HISTORY:
Dr. Hutto DMD, DS.Ed – RDA July 2024 -- Present
Dr. Rena Bains DDS – RDA Dec 2019 -- July 2024
Dr. Mark R. Paden DDS – RDA Nov 2018 -- Nov 2016
Pacific Dental Services -- RDA
Mar 2012 -- Oct 2018
Modesto Eye Center -- Receptionist
Aug 2011 -- Dec 2011
Central Dental Care -- Dental Assistant
Oct 1995 -- Feb 2009
CAREER PROFILE:
RDA/Treatment Coordinator:
Excellent communication skills in greeting patients, seating and making them comfortable.
Experience working in Pediatrics.
Experience with Nitrous/Oral/IV sedation.
Certified in placing Sealants.
Experience in working in a multi-task fast-paced environment.
Keep the dental lab organized - Prepare room and set up for all general dentistry procedure.
Responsible for the ultrasonic cleaning, sterilization of instruments and equipment as require by OSHA guidelines.
Assisting chairside with the Doctor anticipating the needs of the patient and doctor during procedures.
Certified to do Digital X-rays.
Instruct patient in various oral hygiene.
Proficient in temporary crown fabrication.
Mentor/trained new employees and interns.
Experience in Post-Op surgery appointments, Connective Tissue Graft, Osseous, Implant, Extraction and Sinus-Lift Surgeries.
Works well with management, in a team setting and/or can work independently and always give 100% ++
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
OMSA Certified (License) -- February/2024 Modesto
Certified Pit and Fissure Sealant Course – August/2014 Sacramento, CA
CPR LifeSaver – February/2023 Manteca, CA
I am up to date with my Continuing Education Units
EDUCATION:
Delta College: Accounting/Business Courses
Stockton, CA
Bryman/Carrington College: Dental Assistant
San Jose, CA
San Jose/Evergreen College: Accounting/Business
San Jose, CA
Modesto Jr. College: Accounting Modesto, CA