Carly Bennett
Tecumseh ,ON
Summary
Adept Dental Assistant with extensive experience in equipment sterilization and patient relations, demonstrated during tenure at Woodland Family Dental. Excelled in maintaining sterile environments and enhancing patient care, contributing to a increase in clinic efficiency. Skilled in dental radiography and fostering team collaboration, I bring a proactive approach to achieving dental health goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Woodland Family Dental
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
Dental Office Manager
Village Walk Family Dental
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
- Oversaw facilities and equipment cleanliness and safety for optimal patient protections.
- Managed dental specialist schedules.
- Increased and stimulated new patient growth by supporting sales, marketing and promotional programs.
- Created a positive work environment
- Provided training for reception and clinical staff
- Achieved revenue goals with successful management of patient scheduling, receivables and miscellaneous operations expenses.
- Managed office within budget guidelines for clerical and auxiliary supply purchases, equipment upgrades and labor costs.
- Effectively resolved patient concerns or complaints, maintaining excellent client relations and promoting ongoing customer loyalty.
- Maintained a professional and welcoming atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with patients and encouraging referrals.
- Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and training of high-quality dental staff to ensure exceptional patient care.
Assistant to Chief of Dentistry of London
ST. JOSEPHS HEALTH CARE LONDON
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Working closely with the veterans care program, and forensic mental health to provide unique care to all inpatients.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
Education
Intra-Oral Dental Assistant
Medix
London, ON01.2011
Skills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Digital X-Ray Proficiency
- Dental Radiography
- Dental impressions
- Sterilization techniques
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- Team Collaboration
- Instrument Sterilization Techniques
- Cross-Training Capabilities
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient Relations
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient Education
- Dental staff support
- Dental staff assistance
- Inventory Management
- First Aid Training
- Dental records
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Woodland Family Dental
04.2023 - 07.2024
Dental Office Manager
Village Walk Family Dental
04.2022 - 04.2023
Assistant to Chief of Dentistry of London
ST. JOSEPHS HEALTH CARE LONDON
10.2020 - 02.2022
Intra-Oral Dental Assistant
Medix