Dental Assistant & Instructor in Healthcare Education

Ornela Allmeta

Arlington, TX ***** +1-817-***-**** ************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Instructors are to model the professional behaviors, language, and activities expected of our students.

• Dental Assistant

• Dental Assistant Instructor

Willing to relocate to: Tarrant County, TX

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Dental Assistant Instructor

Zollege Arlington, TX

May 2024 to Present

1. Manage classrooms and promote a positive and engaging learning environment 2. Provide support, tutoring and other assistance as needed. 3. Utilize classroom and lab instruction, student assessment mechanisms, and classroom management techniques to provide an engaged classroom experience to students. 4. Guarantee that student has been presented with material to successfully meet the learning objectives of each course within a student’s program of study.

5. Ensure the instructional materials and equipment are ready for student use, sufficient in quantity, and are properly maintained and in working order.

6. Participate in meeting, review and analyze data, compile reports, and meet academic and administrative deadlines. 7. Ensure campus compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory bodies’, guidelines, along with internal policies of the company.

8. Monitor attendance of students and submit to registrar’s office before leaving work day/evening. 9. Prepare weekly lesson plans; follow syllabi to maintain a pace to meet requirements. 10. Ensure strict adherence to school schedule.

11. Notify director of all incidents and/or issues immediately. 12. Grade tests and submit grades on time to register’s office. 13. Maintain and clean classrooms, laboratory areas and faculty Dental Assistant

Magna Dental Care Grand Prairie, TX

August 2025 to April 2026

• Chairside Assistance: Passing instruments, operating suction, and preparing materials (cement, amalgam, composites) during restorative, surgical, and hygiene procedures.

• Surgical Assistance: Providing specialized assistance during dental implant placement, bone grafting, and sinus lifts.

• Radiography: Exposing, developing, and mounting dental radiographs (X-rays).

• Patient Care: Preparing patients for exams, reviewing medical history, taking blood pressure, and ensuring comfort.

• Preventive Procedures: Applying topical anesthetics, fluoride, and sealants.

• Lab Work: Pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts (models) and fabricating custom trays or temporary crowns.

• Impression Taking: Taking impressions for study models or final prosthetics. Infection Control & Maintenance

• Sterilization: Cleaning and sterilizing instruments, disinfecting operatories, and maintaining equipment according to OSHA protocols.

• Inventory: Monitoring, ordering, and restocking dental supplies. Administrative Duties

• Record Keeping: Updating patient charts, treatment plans, and medical history.

• Scheduling: Managing appointments, patient flow, and communicating post-operative instructions. Key Qualifications

Licensure: Completion of a state-approved dental assisting program and passing required certification exams. Dental Assistant

Premier Periodontics and Implants Grand Prairie, TX September 2024 to July 2025

• IV sedation

• AO4 implants

• Specifically in Periodontist surgery and Dental Implants

• Assisted in the fabrication and adjustment of dental prosthetics such as dentures or bridges.

• Pouring and Trimming models.

• CBCT scan

• Provided support during dental emergencies, assisting with immediate patient care and contacting necessary specialists

• Participated in continuing education courses to stay updated on the latest advancements in dental technology and techniques

• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA regulations

• Collaborated with insurance companies to process claims efficiently while maximizing reimbursement rates

• Implemented digital radiography systems to improve efficiency in capturing diagnostic images

• Managed the maintenance schedule for dental equipment, coordinating repairs with external service providers

• Provided chairside support during cosmetic dentistry procedures like veneer placements or teeth whitening

• Fabricated custom trays for teeth whitening treatments based on bleaching trays.

• Conducted preliminary examinations on patients, recording vital signs and medical history information accurately

• Supported patients with special needs or anxiety by creating a calm and reassuring environment in the dental office

• Collaborated with the front desk staff to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient appointment scheduling

• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials

• Provided chairside assistance to dentists during complex procedures such as root canals or extractions

• Assisted in the administration of local anesthesia or nitrous oxide sedation under the supervision of a dentist

• Scheduled appointments and maintained organized patient records using electronic health record systems

• Managed inventory of dental supplies, ordering new materials when needed to maintain adequate stock levels

• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provided post-treatment care instructions

• Performed basic laboratory tasks such as pouring impressions and fabricating temporary crowns

• Took and developed dental x-rays, ensuring high-quality images for accurate diagnosis

• Surgical Assistance: Providing specialized assistance during dental implant placement, bone grafting, and sinus lifts.

• Impression Taking: Taking impressions for study models or final prosthetics.

• Prepared treatment rooms for patient visits, sterilizing instruments and setting up necessary equipment

• Assisted dentist during dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety

• Technical Skill: Proficiency in periodontal instrumentation and sterile techniques. Insurance Specialist (Dental)

APPLE DENTISTRY Arlington, TX

May 2023 to October 2023

• Responsible for effective and efficient verification of all patients’ benefits before their appointment.

• Responsible for answering incoming calls from other providers, recipients, and carrier groups in relation to insurance coverage.

• Research eligibility information online with various insurance carriers.

• Responsible for acting as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance carriers to ensure all proper measures are taken and information is collected.

• Ensures all patient questions are answered and issues are resolved timely by utilizing the appropriate resources.

• Responsible for obtaining all referrals and authorizations for procedures and services, as required. Account Receivable Specialist

Vista Community Association Management Maitland, FL June 2021 to January 2022

• Invoicing and Billing: Generating and sending accurate, timely invoices to clients, including product/service details and payment terms.

• Payment Processing: Recording, verifying, and posting incoming payments (checks, credit cards, ACH) to the correct customer accounts.

• Collections: Monitoring accounts for, and following up on, overdue payments to minimize outstanding balances.

• Reconciliation: Reconciling the AR ledger with the general ledger to ensure all transactions are accounted for and accurate.

• Account Management: Maintaining up-to-date customer files, updating contact information, and managing credit risk.

• Dispute Resolution: Investigating and resolving billing discrepancies, inconsistencies, or customer complaints.

• Reporting: Preparing daily, weekly, or monthly reports on aging accounts, cash receipts, and overall AR performance for management.

Debt Collector/Customer Service

Kredo.al Tirana, Albania

January 2019 to February 2021

• Monitoring accounts to identify delinquent debts

• Processing payments

• Solving billing disputes

• Updating records and maintaining positive customer relationships

• Customer Contact: Contact clients via phone or email to inquire about overdue payments and negotiate repayment plans

• Negotiation & Resolution: Act as a liaison to resolve billing disputes and discrepancies, offering solutions to recover outstanding funds

• Reporting: Regularly report on collection progress, including weekly or monthly reporting as required by the Workable collection specialist template.

Education

Economics in Agribusiness (Master of Science)

Agricultural university of Tirana Tirana

October 2016 to June 2018

Business Management (Bachelor's degree)

Agricultural Univerisity of Tirana, Albania

October 2010 to July 2016

High school (High school diploma)

Partizani Tirana

September 2004 to July 2008

High school diploma or GED

Agribusiness (Bachelor's degree)

Agribusiness management (Associate's degree)

Skills

Public relations Analysis skills Private practice experience Managing patient records Greeting dental patients Pediatrics Microsoft Access Classroom management Presentation skills Vital signs Student recruitment Cash handling Coordinating clinical trials in a faculty role - Clinical trials coordinated yearly in a faculty role (1-2 trials) Windows Flipped classroom Social media management Healthcare treatment Front desk Filing Accounts receivable Medical administrative support General ledger accounting Clinical instruction Laboratory equipment calibration Treatment planning School experience Chairside suctioning Healthcare management Stakeholder relationship building Curriculum evaluation Project-based student assessment Dental impressions Educational support role experience Anatomy knowledge Dental clinic Assistant faculty professor experience Patient monitoring Collaboration Community health center experience Surgery Implant prosthodontics Infection Control Training Clinic management Financial acumen Learning technology Radiology Periodontics Staffing management Employee evaluation Establishing partnerships with healthcare organizations in a faculty role - Largest number of partnerships established with healthcare organizations in a faculty role (6-10 partnerships) Childcare Teamwork Financial analysis Operations manager experience Dental Assisting Laboratory experience Attention to detail Sales General dentistry Corrections facility medical clinic Time management Management Problem-based learning Inquiry-based learning Dentrix Full arch dental restoration HIPAA Masters Degree (enterprise management and agribusiness) Safety regulations Hand hygiene Task prioritization Supervising experience Dental sealant application Chemical vapor sterilization Team management Payroll Medical terminology Public speaking Programmatic assessments

(student assessment method) Engaging lesson design (student motivation techniques) Review of existing curricula Dental fabrication Dental terminology Documentation review Budgeting Open Dental Clinical supervision Databases Accounts payable LMS Laboratory equipment maintenance Experiential learning Industry knowledge of financial regulations Case studies

(instructional methods) Cosmetic dentistry Ultrasonic cleaning infection control method Practice management software Self-assessment (student evaluation) Classroom Teaching Profit & loss Marketing Patient services management Observation-based student assessment Conflict management OSHA Fiscal management Lab faculty instructor experience Teaching assistant experience Mixing dental materials Driving Clinical faculty instructor experience Early childhood education center experience Banking Dental waste management procedures Managing healthcare project budgets - Largest healthcare project budget managed ($500,000-$1M) Medical office experience Passing dental instruments Cross-functional communication Clinical training POS Canva Customer service Presentation creation Laboratory quality control QuickBooks Property management Relationship management Computer skills Teaching Dental x-ray Italian Laboratory techniques Autoclaving Office management Leadership Student presentations Clinical documentation standards Statistical software Academic institution Productivity software Workplace health and safety regulatory compliance Classroom experience Implantology Microsoft Word Retail sales Payroll processing Post-operative care Great Organizational Skills Care plans Instructional materials development Personnel management in education Microsoft Outlook Bookkeeping English Health information management Personal protective equipment (PPE) use Staff scheduling Microsoft Publisher Financial management Revenue cycle management Sterilization Practice management Interpersonal communication Endodontics Computer operation Adults Oral surgery Financial services High-level disinfection (HLD) Dental implants PeopleSoft First aid Long term care experience Healthcare education Chairside Assisting Group discussion facilitation French Clinical rotations Course design Negotiation Patient interaction Accounting Dry heat sterilization Communication skills Office experience Account reconciliation Laboratory management Case studies (student assessment method) Dental insurance Education instructor experience Surface decontamination Digital design for dental prosthetics Database management Role-playing teaching method Regulatory compliance Interviewing Google Docs Clear language communication Online instruction Quiz-based student assessment Human resources Pediatric dentistry Project management Sterile laboratory techniques Career guidance Shipping & receiving Laboratory safety Writing skills Languages

Bilingual

Certifications and Licenses

CPR Certification

Present

Radiology Certification

Present

EFDA Certification

Present

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Certified Dental Assistant

Driver's License

Registered Dental Assistant

Radiation Health & Safety Certification

Certified Surgical Assistant

Teaching Certification

Nitrous Oxide Certification

Coronal Polish Certificate

Sealant Certification

First Aid Certification

X-Ray Certification

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