Charlie Charles
Victoria,BC
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and back end administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients. Reliable Dental Assistant with 2.5 years of experience efficiently handling chairside dental procedures. Expert in assisting with procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, digital scanning and preparing materials for restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Oak Street Dental
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Certified Dental Assistant
Happy Tree Dental
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and passing materials for fillings.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Certified Dental Assistant
Dr. Bjornson
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies with prompt patient scheduling and surgical support.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy and applying lead aprons.
Certified Dental Assistant
Bakerview Dental
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and passing materials for fillings.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Education
Secondary School in Certified Dental Assistant -
Camosun College
Victoria, BC06.2021
Skills
- ClearDent
- PowerPractice
- Taking X-rays/Panorex
- Entering treatment notes
- ITero
- Cerec
- Placing dental dams
- Taking impressions
- Greeting patients in a friendly manner
- Stocking and order supplies
- Sterilization
- Patient Relations
- Team Collaboration
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Intake Procedures
- Electronic Charting
- Restorative Procedures
- Patient Management
- Dental Radiography
- Restorative Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
Oak Street Dental
11.2022 - Current
Certified Dental Assistant
Happy Tree Dental
10.2021 - 10.2022
Certified Dental Assistant
Dr. Bjornson
08.2021 - 11.2021
Certified Dental Assistant
Bakerview Dental
06.2021 - 07.2021
Secondary School in Certified Dental Assistant -
Camosun College
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