Sample Dental Assistant Resume


As Dental Assistant, it isn’t enough to have the experience and skills for the position, but you must also know how to present it. Here’s a sample of what your Dental Assistant resume should look like.

Nelson Jarod
1234 East 69 Street
West Van Buren
Chicago
Illinois, 60697
257-309-8910
nelson.jarod@gmail.com


Objective: Seeking the position of Dental Assistant in a hospital or clinic.

Skills:

Wide knowledge of fundamental dental care methods and techniques.
Extensive experience in oral examination and routine restoration.
Proven ability to guide the people about the preventive information on teeth related disease.
Knowledge of technical and pharmaceutical terminology.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook Express

Professional Experience:

Dental Assistant, 2007 to present
Abengoa Dental Care, IL

Responsibilities

Provided care for over three thousand clients.
Trained supporting staff members.
Assisted the dentist throughout dental procedures.
Sterilized equipment and ensured all equipment is ready.

Dental Assistant, 2004 to 2007
Abviva Dental Hospital, IL

Responsibilities

Assisted the dentist during the treatment procedures.
Instructed patients about diet and oral hygiene.
Prepared dental materials such as cements, amalgam, composite and impression materials.
Assisted dentist in root canal therapy.

Education:

BS Dentistry, 2003
University of Chicago

Dental License, Chicago Dental License obtained in November 2003

Memberships:

American Association of Dentists