Dental Assistant 25 yr veteran, new career search
Resume:
SHAWNEE
JOHNSON
QUALIFIED DENTAL
ASSISTANT
************@*****.***
Elkton, MD 21921-1501
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SKILLS
• Pediatric dentistry
• Insurance coordination
• Patient management
• CPR certification
• Dental materials knowledge
• Fluoride treatments
• Equipment maintenance
• Team leadership
• Impression taking
• Inventory management
• Endodontic procedures
• Special needs care
• Oral surgery assistance
• Digital X-ray expertise
• Conflict resolution
• Nitrous oxide administration
• Dental software proficiency
• Dental appliance fabrication
• Adaptability
• Crown and Bridge Construction
Versatile and skilled Lead Dental Assistant with over20 years of experience, notably at Dr. Cruz Dental Practice. Excelled in pediatric dentistry and patient management, training team members in cutting-edge surgical techniques. Proven ability to manage inventory and perform frenectomy laser surgery, showcasing a blend of technical expertise and exceptional organizational skills.
Im seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Lead Dental Assistant
Dr Cruz pediatric dental office, st augustine, Florida Lead Dental Assistant
Dr, Nong Dental practice, Palm Coast, Florida
Dental Assistant
Coast Dental, Palm Coast, Florida
EXPERIENCE
April 2015 - April 2022
Trained new team members on proper sterilization techniques and
• infection control protocols.
Prioritized tasks effectively while multitasking in a fast-paced
• environment.
Managed inventory levels of supplies to ensure that all materials
• were available when needed.
Orthodontic adjustments every monday with office associate Dr.
• Desantes.
Knowledge in Pediatric care with infants, special needs, all things
• kid dental
• IV sedation
• Frenectomy laser surgery
April 2011 - May 2015
Trained new team members on proper sterilization techniques and
• infection control protocols.
Organized work area at the end of each day ensuring cleanliness of
• exam rooms, counters and floors.
Prioritized tasks effectively while multitasking in a fast-paced
• environment.
Managed inventory levels of supplies to ensure that all materials
• were available when needed.
September 2006 - September 2011
Assisted dentists in providing quality dental care to patients, including taking and developing x-rays, charting teeth, preparing materials, and cleaning instruments.
•
Performed chairside duties such as suctioning, handing
• instruments, mixing materials, and applying topical anesthetics.
• Fabricated temporaries one or ten units, using acrylic material.
•
January 2001 - August 2005
Dental Assistant Intern
Dr. Pasqualini office, Elkton, MD
Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning exam
• chairs or counters.
Welcomed, seated and draped patients to prepare for dental
• treatments.
Prepared treatment rooms with appropriate instruments and
• materials prior to patient visits.
Greeted patients warmly upon arrival to create a positive
• atmosphere in the office.
Certification in Expanded Functions Dental Assistant University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, US
DANB in CAS with Radiograph safety mounting
Community college of Baltimore, Essex, Maryland
EDUCATION
August 2006
April 2003
References available upon request
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