Erica York
Monroe
Summary
Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Main Street dental of loganville
Loganville
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and care.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Conducted initial patient assessments to gather medical history and concerns.
- Managed patient records using dental software for scheduling and billing.
- Handled inventory management for dental supplies and equipment restocking.
- Maintained a clean, organized environment in compliance with health regulations.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
Scheduling Coordinator
Covington family dental
Covington
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Scheduled patient appointments to optimize office workflow and efficiency.
- Coordinated with dental staff to ensure timely patient care and service delivery.
- Managed patient records using dental practice management software for accuracy.
Cashier
Dicks Sporting Goods Distribution Center
Loganville
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer balance throughout shifts.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and selections promptly.
Education
RDA Diploma - Dental Assistant
Accelerated Dental Academy
11.2022 - 03.2023
Monroe Area High School
Monroe , GeorgiaSkills
- Patient care
- Digital radiography
- Instrument sterilization
- Dental software management
- Office coordination
- Patient education
- Appointment scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Restorative dentistry
- Instrument preparation
- Patient schedule management
- HIPAA compliance
- Orthodontic procedure support
- Radiography safety
- Impression taking skills
- Infection control proficiency
Certification
- Registered dental assistant
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Main Street dental of loganville
11.2022 - Current
RDA Diploma - Dental Assistant
Accelerated Dental Academy
11.2022 - 03.2023
Scheduling Coordinator
Covington family dental
04.2022 - 10.2022
Cashier
Dicks Sporting Goods Distribution Center
02.2020 - 09.2022
Monroe Area High School