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JOY PAQUETTE

Sydney ,Australia

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate dental assistant with four years of clinical experience in general, surgical, and orthodontic dentistry. Trained and certified in Canada, with proven skills in chairside assistance, infection control, radiography, patient care and administrative duties. Known for maintaining high clinical standards, supporting complex procedures and building strong rapport with patients. Now relocating to Australia with a commitment to delivering exceptional care in a new healthcare environment. I bring adaptability and a strong work ethic to every team I am a part of. I am dependable, energetic, attentive and excited to learn and continue to improve my skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dental Assistant

Crowfoot Crescent Dental Care
Calgary , Canada
02.2025 - 09.2025
  • Provided chairside assistance during procedures including fillings, crowns, bridges and implants
  • Managed patient records using dental software for accurate information tracking (Dentrix)
  • Managed setup and breakdown of operatories with necessary instruments and materials for procedures in line with infection control standards
  • Captured high-quality digital X-rays to support diagnostic and treatment planning
  • Sterilized instruments and maintained a clean, organized workspace at all times.

Registered Dental Assistant/Administrative Assistant

Evolution Dental
Calgary, Canada
01.2022 - 09.2025
  • Answered clinic phones/emails and built dentist and hygienist schedules
  • Provided chairside assistance during complex procedures; crowns, bridges, implants, extractions, and orthodontic adjustments.
  • Supported dentists and surgeons during surgical procedures; extractions, implant placement, bone grafting and membrane placement, while ensuring a sterile field and seamless instrument handling
  • Delivered patient care before and after procedures, reviewing post-op care, and reassurance during anxious moments.
  • Managed setup and breakdown of general, surgical and orthodontic operatories in line with infection control standards.
  • Captured digital X-rays to support diagnostic and treatment planning.
  • Charted detailed treatment notes and updated patient records in dental software (PowerPractice)
  • Monitored inventory and ordered clinical supplies
  • Trained new assistants on clinical protocols and complex case setups
  • Consulted with patients regarding TMJ concerns and provided educational information of the TMD condition and treatment options

Barista, Team Lead

Starbucks
Airdrie, Canada
09.2017 - 01.2022

Student Dental Assistant, Practicum

Railway Avenue Dental
Airdrie, Canada
11.2021 - 12.2021

Education

Certificate - Orthodontics

Columbia College
Calgary, AB
01.2024

Diploma - Registered Dental Assisting, and Prosthodontics

CDI College
Calgary, AB
01.2021

Skills

  • Attention to Detail & Accuracy
  • Calm and Focused Under Pressure
  • Eagerness to Learn
  • Strong Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Problem Solving
  • Excellent Adaptability
  • Radiography
  • Ortho & Surgical Assistance
  • Dental Software (PowerPractice & Dentrix)

Certification

  • NDAEB Certified Registered Dental Assistant, 01/01/22
  • NDAEB Advanced Practice Authorization in Prosthodontics, 01/01/22
  • Advanced Practice Authorization in Orthodontics, 01/01/24
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Dental Assistant

Crowfoot Crescent Dental Care
02.2025 - 09.2025

Registered Dental Assistant/Administrative Assistant

Evolution Dental
01.2022 - 09.2025

Student Dental Assistant, Practicum

Railway Avenue Dental
11.2021 - 12.2021

Barista, Team Lead

Starbucks
09.2017 - 01.2022

Certificate - Orthodontics

Columbia College

Diploma - Registered Dental Assisting, and Prosthodontics

CDI College

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