MIKAYLA BLACK
JONESBORO
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Coast Dental & Orthodontics, skilled in digital X-ray proficiency and patient scheduling. Proven ability to enhance team performance through mentorship and effective communication. Committed to infection control and patient education, ensuring a comfortable experience while supporting complex procedures.
Professional dental care provider with strong background in clinical support and patient care. Known for excellent communication, patient management, and technical assistance during procedures. Dependable team player with focus on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing environments. Skilled in sterilization techniques, radiography, and maintaining infection control standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Coast Dental & Orthodontics
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparation for dental procedures, ensuring comfort and reducing anxiety.
- Managed sterilization of dental instruments, adhering to safety and hygiene protocols.
- Recorded patient medical histories accurately during initial consultations and follow-up visits.
- Assisted in patient preparation and management during dental procedures.
- Operated and maintained dental equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Mentored junior dental assistants, sharing valuable knowledge to strengthen the overall quality of the team''s performance.
- Supported dentists during examinations and treatments by providing necessary tools and materials promptly.
- Monitored inventory levels of dental supplies, placing orders to ensure availability without overstocking.
- Coordinated team schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining a positive work-life balance for staff members.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Dental Assistant Intern
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Sterilized instruments and maintained clean, organized workspaces to support efficient operations.
- Aided in the successful completion of complex dental procedures, such as extractions and root canals, by anticipating dentist needs and providing timely assistance.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
Education
Dental Assistance
Uei
Morrow, GA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Mundys Mill High
Jonesboro, GA05-2022
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Infection control proficiency
- Electronic charting
- Office administration duties
- Complex Problem-solving
- Pediatric dental care
- Orthodontic procedure support
- HIPAA compliance
- Dental terminology
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Full mouth radiographs
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Coast Dental & Orthodontics
08.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant Intern
05.2024 - 08.2024
Dental Assistance
Uei
High School Diploma -
Mundys Mill High