TONI C SMITH
BEEVILLE, TX *****
Career Objectives
My career objective is to work in a professional atmosphere where the best is expected from their employees. If you are looking for someone who is a team player and motivated, then I am the person for you!!
Summary of Qualifications
Charting/treatment planing,digital xrays,receive payments, EOB interpretation, taking all xrays,filing/faxing documents, dental insurance filing and verification, multi-phone experience, HIPA familiar, CPR cert.,chairside orthodontic exp.
Work History
Mar 30, 2011 - Oct 10, 2011 Sun Orthodontix - Victoria, Texas
Orthodontic Assistant
assist orthodontic doctor in applying appliances, bonding brackets, wires, TMJ therapy, adolescent phases which include appliances, digital photos, xrays, cephs, tomographs, impressions, elastics, rubberbands and any other procedures that include repositioning, correcting or fixing a patients oral defects that have to do with thier teeth.
Sep 09, 2010 - Feb 16, 2011 Star Orthodontics - Corpus Christi, Texas
Orthodontic Assistant
assist orthodontic doctor in applying appliances, bonding brackets, wires, TMJ therapy, adolescent phases which include appliances, digital photos, xrays, cephs, tomographs, impressions, elastics, rubberbands and any other procedures that include repositioning, correcting or fixing a patients oral defects that have to do with thier teeth.
Feb 15, 2005 - Oct 31, 2007 Phelps Family Dentistry - Kenedy, Texas
Hygiene Coordinator
ck in/out patients, maintain hygienists work schedule, develop x-rays, make appointments, answer phones, verify and file insurance, EOB interpretation, familiarize patient with hygiene plan, maintain complete hygiene department, operated computer to enter and retrieve data, compiled and filled patient records
Aug 30, 2002 - May 31, 2005 Kenedy Independent School - Kenedy, Texas
Substitue/ Special Education Sub.
utilized teaching skills to assist staff, assist students with lesson assignments and reinforce learning concepts, provide direction and assistance to students to help develop communication and presentation skills.
Jun 11, 2003 - Jan 15, 2005 Outlaws Saloon - Kenedy, Texas
Bartender/waitress
order alcoholic beverages, maintain entire wait staff while staying mature and professional, check inventory, customer service while pertain to legal laws
Jan 12, 2003 - May 30, 2003 HEB - Kenedy, Texas
Customer Service Represetative
sack groceries and carry out to customers vehicle, stock shelves with items when needed, clean work areas on a daily basis, maintain high standards of excellence.
Oct 01, 2001 - Mar 01, 2002 Dr. Chandler - Beeville, Texas
Receptionst
obtain callers name and arrange medical appointment, collected and distributed mail and messages, operated calculators and typewriters to compile and prepare medical charges, compiled statistical data such as admissions, discharges, deaths, births, and types of medical treatment given, assisted in coding of records
Education
Jan 2010 - Mar 2010 South Texas School of Dental Assisting - Goliad, Tx, Texas
Education Level: 1 year college, technical or vocational school
Major: Dental Assisting
GPA: 3.75
Total Hours: 80.0
Graduated: Yes
Kenedy Independent School - Kenedy, Texas
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
GPA: 2.8
Graduated: Yes
Training
Sep 15, 2010 - Mar 15, 2011 Star Orthodontics
Orthodontic Assistant Training
teach me how to put on braces, take off braces, apply appliances, take proper impressions, digital xrays, cephs, tomos, and pano, paperless office inventory and procedures, orthodontic terms and appliances, sterilization procedures
Status: Completed
Jan 02, 2010 - Mar 20, 2010 South Texas School of Dental Assisting
Dental Assisting
Dental Theory and Terminology, Radiology, Impressions and Model Trimming, Sterilization Techniques, Four-handed dental assisting
Status: Completed
Occupational License or Certification
American Red Cross - Goliad, Texas
CPR/First Aid
Registration
Issued: Feb 27, 2010
Expires: Feb 27, 2012
Occupational Experience
Dental Assistants ( 5 yrs 0 mos )
1. Applies protective coating of fluoride to teeth. 3 to 4 years
2. Assists dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies. 3 to 4 years
3. Cleans and polishes removable appliances. 1 to 2 years
4. Cleans teeth, using dental instruments. 1 to 2 years
5. Exposes dental diagnostic x-rays. 1 to 2 years
6. Fabricates temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions. 1 to 2 years
7. Instructs patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs. 3 to 4 years
8. Makes preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts. 3 to 4 years
9. Pours, trims, and polishes study casts. 3 to 4 years
10. Prepares patient, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures. 3 to 4 years
11. Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist. 1 to 2 years
12. Records treatment information in patient records. 3 to 4 years
13. Schedules appointments, prepares bills and receives payment for dental services, completes insurance forms, and maintains records, manually or using computer. 3 to 4 years
14. Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients. 3 to 4 years
File Clerks ( 10 yrs 0 mos )
1. Inserts additional data on file records. 10 to 14 years
2. Inspects or examines materials or files for accuracy, legibility, or damage. 10 to 14 years
3. Locates and retrieves files upon request from authorized users. 10 to 14 years
4. Photographs or makes copies of data and records, using photocopying or microfilming equipment. 10 to 14 years
5. Places materials into storage receptacles, such as file cabinets, boxes, bins, or drawers, according to classification and identification information. 10 to 14 years
6. Removes or destroys out dated materials in accordance with file maintenance schedules or legal requirements. 10 to 14 years
7. Scans or reads incoming materials to determine filing order or location. 10 to 14 years
8. Sorts or classifies information, according to content, purpose, user criteria, or chronological, alphabetical, or numerical order. 3 to 4 years
Receptionists and Information Clerks ( 10 yrs 0 mos )
1. Analyzes data to determine answer to customer or public inquiry. 10 to 14 years
2. Answers telephone to schedule future appointments, provide information, or forward call. 10 to 14 years
3. Calculates and quotes rates for tours, stocks, insurance policies, and other products and services. 10 to 14 years
4. Collects and distributes messages for employees of organization. 10 to 14 years
5. Conducts tours or delivers talks describing features of public facility, such as historic site or national park. 10 to 14 years
6. Enrolls individuals to participate in programs, prepares lists, and notifies individuals of acceptance in programs, and arranges and schedules space and equipment for participants. 10 to 14 years
7. Files and maintains records. 10 to 14 years
8. Greets persons entering establishment, determines nature and purpose of visit, and directs visitor to specific destination, or answers questions and provides information. 10 to 14 years
9. Hears and resolves complaints from customers and public. 10 to 14 years
10. Monitors facility to ensure compliance with regulations. 10 to 14 years
11. Operates telephone switchboard to receive incoming calls. 10 to 14 years
12. Performs duties such as taking care of plants and straightening magazines to maintain lobby or reception area. 10 to 14 years
13. Provides information to public concerning available land leases, land classification, or mineral resources. 10 to 14 years
14. Provides information to public regarding tours, classes, workshops, and other programs. 10 to 14 years
15. Receives payment and records receipts for services. 10 to 14 years
16. Records, compiles, enters, and retrieves information, by hand or using computer. 10 to 14 years
17. Registers visitors of public facility, such as national park or military base, collects fees, explains regulations, and assigns sites. 10 to 14 years
18. Transmits information or documents to customer, using computer, mail, or facsimile. 10 to 14 years
19. Types memos, correspondence, travel vouchers, or other documents. 10 to 14 years
Secretaries, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive ( 4 yrs 6 mos )
1. Answers routine correspondence. 10 to 14 years
2. Answers telephone and gives information to callers, takes messages, or transfers calls to appropriate individuals. 10 to 14 years
3. Arranges travel schedules and reservations. 10 to 14 years
4. Collects and disburses funds from cash account and keeps records. 10 to 14 years
5. Compiles and maintains lists and records, using typewriter or computer. 10 to 14 years
6. Compiles and types statistical reports, using typewriter or computer. 10 to 14 years
7. Composes and distributes meeting notes, correspondence, and reports. 10 to 14 years
8. Files correspondence and other records. 10 to 14 years
9. Greets and welcomes visitors, determines nature of business, and conducts visitors to employer or appropriate person. 10 to 14 years
10. Locates and attaches appropriate file to incoming correspondence requiring reply. 10 to 14 years
11. Mails newsletters, promotional material and other information. 5 to 9 years
12. Maintains calendar and coordinates conferences and meetings. 10 to 14 years
13. Makes copies of correspondence and other printed matter. 10 to 14 years
14. Opens incoming mail and routes mail to appropriate individuals. 10 to 14 years
15. Orders and dispenses supplies. 10 to 14 years
16. Prepares and mails checks. 10 to 14 years
17. Provides customer services such as, order placement and account information. 10 to 14 years
18. Records and types minutes of meetings, using typewriter or computer. 10 to 14 years
19. Schedules appointments. 10 to 14 years
20. Takes dictation in shorthand or by machine and transcribes information. 10 to 14 years
Word Processors and Typists ( 8 yrs 0 mos )
1. Addresses envelopes or prepares envelope labels, using typewriter or computer. 5 to 9 years
2. Adjusts settings for format, page layout, line spacing, and other style requirements. 10 to 14 years
3. Answers telephone. 10 to 14 years
4. Checks completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format. 10 to 14 years
5. Collates pages of reports and other documents prepared. 10 to 14 years
6. Computes and verifies totals on report forms, requisitions, or bills, using adding machine or calculator. 10 to 14 years
7. Files and stores completed documents. 10 to 14 years
8. Gathers and arranges material to be typed, following instructions. 5 to 9 years
9. Keeps records of work performed. 5 to 9 years
10. Operates duplicating machine. 3 to 4 years
11. Prints and makes copy of work. 10 to 14 years
12. Sorts and distributes mail. 10 to 14 years
13. Stores completed documents on computer hard drive or data storage medium, such as disk. 5 to 9 years
14. Transmits work electronically to other locations. 5 to 9 years
15. Types from rough draft, corrected copy, or previous version displayed on screen, using computer or typewriter. 10 to 14 years
16. Uses data entry device, such as optical scanner, to input data into computer for revision or editing. 5 to 9 years
Office Clerks, General ( 10 yrs 0 mos )
1. Answers telephone, responds to requests, delivers messages, and runs errands. 10 to 14 years
2. Collects, counts, and disburses money, completes banking transactions, and processes payroll. 10 to 14 years
3. Communicates with customers, employees, and other individuals to disseminate or explain information. 10 to 14 years
4. Compiles, copies, sorts, and files records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities. 10 to 14 years
5. Completes and mails bills, contracts, policies, invoices, or checks. 10 to 14 years
6. Completes work schedules and arranges appointments for staff and students. 10 to 14 years
7. Computes, records, and proofreads data and other information, such as records or reports. 10 to 14 years
8. Operates office machines, such as photocopier, telecopier, and personal computer. 10 to 14 years
9. Orders materials, supplies, and services, and completes records and reports. 10 to 14 years
10. Reviews files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests. 10 to 14 years
11. Stuffs envelopes and addresses, stamps, sorts, and distributes mail, packages, and other materials. 10 to 14 years
12. Transcribes dictation and composes and types letters and other correspondence, using typewriter or computer. 10 to 14 years
Computer Skills
Typing Speed: 65 Words Per Minute
Apple or Macintosh Computers
Data Entry Terminal (PDT, Mainframe Terminal, etc)
Desktop Publishing Software (InDesign, etc)
EMail Software (Outlook, Thunderbird, etc)
Internet Browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc)
Peripheral Devices (Scanners, Printers, etc)
Personal Computers
Presentation Software (PowerPoint, Flash, etc)
Spreadsheet Software (Calc, Excel, etc)
Utility Software (Virus, File Compression, etc)
Word Processing Software (Word, WordPerfect, etc)
Additional Computer Skills:
Orthotrac, Eaglesoft and Dentrix
Language Skills
English - Excellent ( Read Write Speak)
Additional Skills
RECEPTION WORK;TYPING WORK;CLIENT CONTACT;PERSONAL COMPUTING WORK;FILING WORK;CUSTOMER CLERICAL WORK;MEDICAL TYPING;SECRETARIAL WORK;RETAIL SALES; DIGITAL XRAYS, PAPERLESS OFFICES, INSURANCE VERIFICATION AND FILLING, PATIENT CONFIDETIALLITY:CHAIRSIDE ORTHODONTIC TRAINING/EXPIERIENCE
Driver's License
Class C - Standard Driver's License
References
Butch Cook
Friend
Outlaws Saloon
Gerry Reyna
CDA,RDA
Goliad Dental Care
Gloria Roberts
CDA,RDA
Goliad Dental Care
Dr. Daniel Garza
Doctor of Dentistry
South Texas School of Dental Assisting
Susie Aranda
School secretary
Kenedy ISD Elem.
830-***-**** Ext.: 1300