Lead Dental Assistant Resume Samples

Description :

1. Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Provides dental assistance and related patient care and support.
2. Performs duties in essentially all phases of patient examination, restorative, prosthodontics, root canals, and oral surgery as performed in general dentistry.
3. Uses Eagle Soft Chart Software to document examination and treatment information.
4. Operates Planmeca Promax digital dental x-ray equipment.
5. Supervises the mixing, pouring and trimming of models from impressions.
6. Supervises the preparation of dental chairs and inventory of surgical trays for general use.
7. Supervises the sterilization of instruments, materials and equipment.
8. Supervises the training and orientation of newly hired dental assistants in the clinic.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Medical Assistant

Description :

1. Scheduling, treatment planning, collections, billing, insurance and office management.
2. Also proficient with Dentrix and Eaglesoft software.
3. Specialized in the assisting of Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, and Endodontic.
4. Administered routine patient care and monitoring, including instrument and material setup and sterilization.
5. Provided chair-side assistance during clinical treatments, alginate impressions, fabricated and cemented temporary crowns and bridges, and dental x-rays.
6. Repaired, adjusted and polished prosthetics.
7. Performed tooth bleaching, child prophylaxis and sealants.
8. Ordering all supplies and maintenance needed for the office.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Certification

Description :

1. Perform chair side assistance duties in all phases of patient examination, restorative, oral surgery, prosthodontics, orthodontics, pedodontics, endodontics, periodontics and dental implant surgeries.
2. Receive and schedule patients using DENTRIX and/or relays follow-up appointment requirements to clinic receptionists.
3. Responsible for delivery and placement of Invisalign trays and attachments.
4. Take impressions, pour, trim and polish casts; fabricate temporary crowns and night guards.
5. Responsible for inventory, ordering supplies while maintaining monthly budget.
6. Operate dental X-ray equipment to take intra/extra-oral radiographs.
7. Managed Doctor's production numbers to ensure procedures properly coincide with the alloted appointment times.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Assisted in General Dentistry, preventative, endodontic, pediatrics, and oral surgery.
2. Performed forehanded dentistry, placing dental dams, preparing patients for procedures.
3. Maintained dental records with established protocol and procedures.
4. Provided preventative maintenance of suction lines and compressor system.
5. Responsible for sterilization, organization and setting up dental supplies, ensuring that all dental supplies are clean, dated, and processed according to OSHA guidelines.
6. Took impressions and made diagnostic casts.
7. Irrigated and packed dry sockets; placed and contoured temporary fillings.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Certification

Description :

1. Assist in general, orthodontic, implants, periodontal procedures Provides four handed chair side dental assistance during restorative, endodontic, periodontics, prosthodontic, and oral surgery procedures.
2. Reviews and records medical history, vital signs and patient consent in the dental electronic medical record.
3. Serves as a patient advocate by ensuring that patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment.
4. Takes and develops dental x-rays and completes dental charting according to instruction given by the dentist.
5. Performs daily dental chart review to ensure an accurate and timely work-flow process.
6. Provides appropriate oral health education, including nutritional counseling, tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.
7. Performs regular maintenance to ensure proper functioning of digital x-ray equipment and traditional x-ray processors.
8. Maintains daily log of in-coming and out-going dental lab cases.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Dental Assistant

Description :

1. Performs chair side assisting duties which encompass all routine dental procedures in general Dentistry.
2. Checks patient medication lists for blood thinners and bisphosphonates.
3. Properly record all treatment rendered Responsible for cleaning, sharpening, packaging and sterilizing all dental instruments and for proper storage when not in use.
4. Prepares patient and operatory for proper dental procedure including setting up the proper instruments necessary.
5. Responsible for proper exposure, processing and mounting of radiograph film, (digital radiograph) Provide routine prophylaxis and topical fluoride treatment as assigned by dentist.
6. Perform routine dental laboratory procedures, including pouring and trimming models, constructing custom trays, fabricating base plates and bite rims.
7. Keeping clinic well supplied and requisitioning supplies and equipment.
8. Relay to patient post treatment instructions as well as motivating and instructing patients in proper preventive techniques.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

High School In General

Description :

1. Confirming appointments, insurance breakdowns, new patient information, taking payments, scheduling patients, answering the phone.
2. Adhered to OSHA standards and procedures to ensure my personal safety and the safety of the patient.
3. Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
4. Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies when necessary.
5. Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
6. Competently prepared dental materials including cements and composites.
7. Developed and implemented individualized dental care plans for patients.
8. Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Associates Of Science

Description :

1. Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
2. Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
3. Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
4. Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
5. Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
6. Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies; pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
7. Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
8. Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining cpr certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Trained and managed dental assistant staff on office policies and procedures.
2. Proficient in general dentistry chair-side duties.
3. Quality control by studying, evaluating, re-designing changes through process control.
4. Worked in partnership with military dental units to ensure mission and soldier requirements.
5. Updated job knowledge through educational opportunities; publications, job trends.
6. Created informational material for specific dental procedures to provide to clientele.
7. Served as point of contact regarding availability and allocation of material and equipment.
8. Utilized Dentrix to document clientele information and to notate procedures performed.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

BA In Healthcare Leadership

Description :

1. Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
2. Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
3. Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
4. Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies when necessary.
5. Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
6. Competently prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams and composites.
7. Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
8. Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Diploma In Dental Assisting

Description :

1. Served as the sole lead in dental office ensuring operations ran smoothly.
2. Resolved issues among staff and with patients.
3. Handled two operatories simultaneously and efficiently.
4. Maintained clean, sterile and organized operatories, instruments and laboratory for patient safety.
5. Assisted dentist in four-handed chairside general and specialty procedures, making patients feel relaxed as possible while preparing them for treatment.
6. Trained and mentored interns in dental procedures to prepare them for graduation and future employment.
7. Managed dental supply inventory and ordered appropriate quantity as needed.
8. Worked well with patients of all age groups and diverse backgrounds.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Responsible for conducting comparison analysis of how many patients.
2. Supervised the preparation of all monthly reports and maintained production.
3. Supervised office personnel ensuring all duties were performed accurately and timely.
4. Supervised and trained students, researched and corrected accounts.
5. Submitted claims for financial reimbursement.
6. Assisted subordinates and supervisors in identifying and resolving problems.
7. Composed and facilitated monthly calendar for doctors.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

Associate In Dental Assistant

Description :

1. Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required material.
2. Prepared patients for dental health services and instructed them in appropriate post dental treatment, diet and oral hygiene.
3. Prepared dental materials: cements, amalgam, composite, and impression materials.
4. Promptly followed all instructions from the dentist dealing with patient comfort.
5. Took inventory, stocked all supplies, instruments and medications and ordered said items.
6. Exposed developing and processing dental x-rays and maintained x-ray machinery.
7. Performed required laboratory procedures such as taking dental impressions, poured plater modals, and tooth extractions.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

High School Diploma

Description :

1. Assisted in all general practice procedures: composite fillings, crown preps, root canal therapy, extractions.
2. Prepared all instruments and tray set-ups for all procedures.
3. Made all temporary crowns and inserted permanent crowns.
4. Corresponded with the Doctor to implement treatment plans to the patient.
5. Generated digital x-rays and processed x-rays to be filed into patient's chart using the Dentronix system.
6. Handled sterilization techniques according to OSHA regulations.
7. Produced impressions for Dentures and bleaching trays.
8. Performed technique for bleaching teeth for in office procedure.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

AA In Dental Assisting

Description :

1. Managed dental assistant staff, scheduling, treatment planning, collections, billing, insurance and office management.
2. Provided chair-side assistance during clinical treatments, alginate impressions, fabricated and cemented temporary crowns and bridges, and dental x-rays.
3. Executed general dental laboratory functions, including pouring molds, trim models and mount bite articulators.
4. Gained experience in exposing and processing X-rays; fabricating crowns, pouring impressions, trimming models and preparing orthodontic equipment; and assisting with extractions, impactions, fillings, implants, local anesthesia, suture placements/removals and biopsies.
5. Processed case instructions from laboratory instructions.
6. Administered routine patient care and monitoring, including instrument and material setup and sterilization.
7. Provided exceptional oral hygiene care under supervision to a variety of patients in addition to assigned clerical duties.
8. Assisted with the induction and training of new team members, updated the appointment book and any computer files.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Certificate In Dental Assistant