To obtain a challenging and rewarding opportunity using my front office skills while serving in the dental field or any office setting in the place of employment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Marietta Dental Smiles
02.2024 - Current
Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures
Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples
Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work
Gave patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration
Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients
Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy
Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations
Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols
Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients
Updated patient records with new data and treatment information
Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice
Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist
Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart
Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures
Dental Front Office Coordinator
Vision Dental Partners/Woodstock Dentist
07.2022 - 02.2024
Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff
Performed bookkeeping duties, preparing and sending financial statements or bills
Managed patient accounts by verifying insurance benefits and submitting claims for reimbursement
Scheduled and attended staff meetings and committees to record minutes for future reference
Took customer payments and billed insurance companies for remaining balance
Provided administrative support such as filing patient charts, ordering office supplies, and updating patient information in the database
Processed payments, maintained accurate financial records, and balanced daily accounts receivable transactions
Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax
Answered incoming calls from patients regarding insurance coverage or billing inquiries
Set up appointment times and handled canceled appointments
Assisted in scheduling appointments, confirming upcoming visits, and reminding patients of their appointment times
Entered new patient demographics into computer system for medical record keeping purposes
Dental Front Office Manager
Dr. John Harden/ Dr. William E. Harris
03.2012 - 01.2021
Front office duties as well as assisting in procedures with dentist in the back
Sterilization
Setting up and breaking down rooms
Supply ordering
Billing reports
Verifying insurance and sending claims
Dental Assistant
Dr. Suhayl Rafeedie
08.2007 - 06.2009
Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients
Assisting Doctor in procedures
Setting up and breaking down rooms
Sterilization
Scheduling appointments
Recall
Education
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North Georgia Orthodontic Assisting School
01.2007
High School Diploma - undefined
Union Grove High School
McDonough, GA
01.2006
Skills
Team collaboration abilities
Organization
Computer Skills
Communication
Flexible
Team player
Patient schedule management
Cross-training capabilities
Dental software management
Patient care coordination
Patient services
Appointment scheduling
Insurance billing
Treatment room setup
Knowledgeable in [software]
Certification
CPR Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Marietta Dental Smiles
02.2024 - Current
Dental Front Office Coordinator
Vision Dental Partners/Woodstock Dentist
07.2022 - 02.2024
Dental Front Office Manager
Dr. John Harden/ Dr. William E. Harris
03.2012 - 01.2021
Dental Assistant
Dr. Suhayl Rafeedie
08.2007 - 06.2009
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North Georgia Orthodontic Assisting School
High School Diploma - undefined
Union Grove High School
CPR Certified
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