Dental Assistant Medical
Resume:
TRASULA CLARK
Baton Rouge, LA
************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position with your company that will enhance my knowledge as well as utilize my previous experience.
EDUCATION
Southern University and A&M College
Nursing School
Baton Rouge Community College (2018)
A S General Science and Natural Science
Business Administration in Finance
Louisiana Technical College
(Current)
High School Diploma
Istrouma High School
(1998)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Dental Assistant EDDA/ Instrument Sterilization
Jul. 2007 - 2016
LSU School of Dentistry
Baton Rouge, LA
Served as chair side assistant to a dentist.
Exposed and developed dental intra-oral and extra-oral radiographs.
Dispensed, procured and mixed dental materials; maintained supply inventory.
Took and recorded vital signs such as temperate, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Gathered and recorded information from patients concerning past and present medical and dental history.
Applied topical anti-carcinogenic solutions to the teeth.
Gave intra-oral instructions and demonstrations of oral hygiene procedures.
Received removable prostheses for cleaning and repair work.
Removed cement from dental restorations and appliances.
Made dental plaque smears, preliminary study model impressions and opposing model impressions for cast study.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform all duties with excellence and in accordance with the Dental Practice
Properly sterilize all dental instruments and equipment in accordance with departmental policy.
Perform all opening, closing and maintenance procedures as described in
Sterilization and maintenance policies, as well as other duties as delegated by
Lead Registered Dental Assistant (LRDA).
Perform all maintenance procedures and logs in a thorough manner
Restock and maintain an inventory of dental supplies and instruments to assure
a constant level is always available. Communicate to the Lead Registered
Dental Assistant (LRDA), any supplies that need replenishing or replacement.
Maintain order and cleanliness in the dental lab and in the sterilization area.
Perform weekly spore testing and maintain a log of the results
Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of Autoclave and Statim.
Pour dental impressions with proper stone and box them for transport to dental laboratory.
Maintain in/out logs for the dental laboratory orders in a manner that assures completeness and accuracy.
Work with the receptionist to ensure that all dental laboratory orders are sent out
and received in a timely manner.
Maintain proper pre-set trays and ensure they are ready for anticipated
procedures. Proactively review notes in patients’ charts to set-up for the
planned treatment. Gather and ready all necessary materials and instruments
needed for treatment.
Assist clinical staff in optimizing patient flow. This will include restocking items,
seating patients, ‘floating’, and supporting other dental team members with
patient care.
ST will at times or as deemed necessary, and requested by supervisors will
perform Dental Assistant duties in both the Dental and Pediatric Dental Clinics
Prepare operatory for patient reception and assure it is as aseptic as possible for
patient welfare.
Provide superior chair-side and administrative support to dentists. This includes
following all instructions from assigned dentist.
Assist the assigned dentist with referrals, prescription phone-ins, and other
processes involved in providing high quality dental care.
Check patient’s vital signs (i.e., blood pressure, temperature, etc.) in
accordance with departmental policies.
Obtain Informed Consent prior to dental treatment, and deliver post-operative
instructions with guidance from assigned dentist.
Operate digital dental radiographic equipment for the purpose of oral
radiography.
Enter patient data and dental chart information into Electronic Dental Record
(EDR) system, Dentrix, in a manner that ensures accuracy completeness and is
done timely.
Provide translation services, as needed, for the department.
Engage in outreach and dental treatment off-site at Head Start and other
collaborating agencies sites when assigned
Member Care: Demonstrate understanding and apply working knowledge of
safety policies and ensuring safe member practices.
Employee Safety: Safely performs all duties; follows required protective protocols
to ensure personal safety as well the safety of others.
Must maintain compliance with ergonomic safety standards; be mindful of
posture and regularly practice ergonomic stretches.
Quality Improvement: Actively participate in internal quality improvement teams
and work with members proactively to drive quality improvement initiatives in
accordance with the mission and strategic goals of the organization, federal
and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards, when assigned.
Work well under pressure, meet multiple and often competing deadlines.
At all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with supervisors, subordinates,
colleagues, clients and the community.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Medical Assistant and X-ray Tech
Performed primarily as a Medical Assistant and as the Primary X-Ray Technician producing high-quality images for referring Physicians.
Conducted communicated results, ensuring patient comprehension of Physician plans for treatment.
Routinely conducted In-House testing including Nasal, Throat, and Wound cultures, Basic Pulmonary Function tests, Blood Glucose, and PT/INR tests.
Helped Physicians examine and treat patients, assisting with instruments, injections, and wound care.
Utilizing All scripts EMR System, recorded patient vital signs, medication history, and documented all aspects of patient visit pertinent to each appointment. Maintained electronic charts for over 500 patients.
Responsible for the weekly inventory and ordering of all clinical supplies/immunizations and for the sterilization of all clinical instruments.
Authorized medication refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies on behalf of the ordering Physician.
Assistant Clinical Supervisor, trained 2 staff Medical Assistants to provide top quality patient care.
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Hardworking emergent finance professional seeking to make an advantage over twelve years of hands-on business management experience. To benefit a company in need of solid entry-level management talent to assist business operations and growth.
ADMINISTRATION & PRESENTATION
Highly organized with solid technical proficiencies, including MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Exceptional experience in multimedia presentations with large and small-groups, as well as one-on-one customer interaction.
LEADERSHIP & SUPERVISION
Supervised teams of up to 10 employees in sales. Hired and trained new employees and terminates
employees, Managed all aspects of projects, from determining customers’ requirements, contract completion, inventory and labor needs. Scheduling, modifications, job completion, and paying employees.
FINANCE
Adapt research abilities according to individual case needs, astute analysis, and ability to implement appropriate
action. Demonstrated business experience in job bidding, contract requirements and completion, purchasing, and cost
containment through cost-effective allocation of resources.
KEY STRENGTHS
Finely tuned analytical and research skills with a dedication to clear communication and presentations.
Consistent employment with an academic history in maintaining an exceptional rate productivity, accuracy, and efficiency.
Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
Digital &Conventional Radiology (RAD)
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