Dental Assistant with Pediatric Focus
Resume:
Krysta-Anne Mendez
**** ****** ***** **** ****, CA 95991
*********@*****.***
Summary
Punctual and hardworking Dental Assistant. Reliable, positive attitude, and always willing to assist where help is needed. The ultimate goal is to help patients by educating about preventive dental care and help patients feel comfortable while in the chair.
Education
Certificate Degree in Dental Assisting - October 2016 Carrington College, Citrus Heights, CA
GPA: 3.0-3.5 range
Perfect Attendance
Certifications
CPR, X-Ray, HIPAA, Law & Ethics, Sealants, Coronal Polish, Infection Control Dental Assisting Skills
Experienced with dental radiographs: Periapical, FMX, Conventional XCP, and Digital
Performing basic chairside procedures and able to anticipate dentist’s needs
Confident with applying fluoride and sealants
Skilled at coronal polishing
Proficient in preparing and breaking down opertories for specific procedures
Trained in mixing material and taking impressions
Knowledgeable about infection control, sterilization, and cross contamination
Able to do bleach trays and temporary crowns
Educating patients with homecare instructions after procedures
Familiar with placing elastics, archwire, and ligature tie wires on braces
Placing and removing orthodontic separators
Adept in instrument and hand piece care
Administrative Skills
Experience with all Microsoft Office applications
Setting patient appointments and basic charting on Eaglesoft/Dentrix
Experienced with proper phone etiquette
Customer Service
Greeting patients with a warm friendly smile
Providing quality patient care with ease and building rapport
Resolving any questions or concerns that may occur
Problem solving abilities and creating a positive outcome Professional Experience
Kids Care Dental & Orthodontics: August 2018- Present
Peach Tree Healthcare- Pediatric Dental Mobile: November 2016- June 2018
Dental Assisting Extern: Orchid Springs/Children’s Choice Pediatrics September-October 2016
State Farm Insurance Agency: Customer Service Representative February – August 2015
Big Lots Corporation: Cashier/Customer Service October 2011 – June 2012
International House of Pancakes: Hostess/Server/Customer Service June 2010 – September 2011
Collins Lake Resort: Customer Service Representative April 2006 – August 2008
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