KATELYN TAMEZ
**** ********** *****, ********, ** 75150 (C) 469-***-**** ************@*****.***
Passionate Certified Dental Assistant experienced in direct patient care, Insurance verification, routine laboratory tasks, creating and updating patient records and general office management. Dedicated in learning new techniques and knowledge in the dental field to better myself as a dental assistance. Currently looking for a team that is upbeat and aspires in long term commitments.
Skills
10+ years office experience
Medical/ Dental Insurance verification
Digital x-rays
Knowledge of computers, Outlook, Payroll, Etc.
Licensed by Texas Board of Dentistry
Organized file management Detailed patient histories
Proper telephone etiquette
Certified in First Aid HIV/AIDS training
Knowledge in Health Insurance codes
Certifications:
Emergency Medical Technician
Nitrous oxide
Registered dental assistant
X-ray certified
CPR certifications
Sealant certifications
Work History
12/2012 to 11/2013 -Book managements/ Front Office Ryan Landscaping Construction Inc. – Wylie, TX Entered financial data into the company accounting database to be verified and reconciled. Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress. Established a QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
12/2013 to Current:
Love 2 Smile dental. Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries. As well as Non IV Sedation. Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory
Education
2012-High School Diploma: North Forney High School - 6170 Falcon Way, Forney Texas
2013-Registered Dental Assistant: Dental Careers in Dental Assisting - 216 North Arch Street, Royce City, Texas