Dental Assistant Resume
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1754 Pinchelone Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
(123)-889-9400
t.bennett@emailaddress.com
Job Objective:
Seeking a Dental Assistant position that offers an immediate challenge, career opportunity and advancement.
Highlights of Qualifications:
Vast experience in a dental office and chair side assisting
Profound knowledge of dental anatomy and dental charting
Extensive knowledge of dental materials and instruments
In-depth knowledge of infection control techniques and dental terminology
Proficient with electronic dental records and digital x-rays
Ability to accurately expose radiographs and mount them at a diagnostically acceptable level
Familiarity with suctioning, holding retractors and suture cutting during surgical procedures
Ability to prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures
Ability to sterilize and disinfect dental instruments and equipment
Proficient with computer and Microsoft Office applications
Professional Experience:
Dental Assistant
Kool Smiles, Norfolk, VA
August 2005 - Present
Responsibilities:
Provided quality and compassionate care to every patient.
Educated patients in oral hygiene instruction and provided postoperative instructions.
Prepared patient for examination and treatment.
Took x-rays and save to patient charts.
Developed tray set-ups for dental procedures.
Mixed amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepared impression materials.
Sterilized and disinfected instruments and equipment.
Documented patient information, treatment plans and procedures in patient chart.
Dental Assistant
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Norfolk, VA
May 2000 – July 2005
Responsibilities:
Assisted the dental provider at chair side.
Monitored the dental department to assure that it is stocked and cleaned.
Greeted patients and prepared for treatment.
Education:
High School Diploma
Glenbard South High School, Glen Ellyn, IL