Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Marla Volf

Airdrie,Alberta

Summary


Professional dental administrator with strong expertise in managing dental office operations and enhancing patient care. Proficient in scheduling, billing, and insurance coordination, ensuring seamless administrative workflows. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and adapting to evolving needs. Reliable and results-focused with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Administrator

You First Dental
09.2014 - Current
  • Assisted with scheduling patient appointments using power practice exan software.
  • Managed patient intake process, ensuring accurate documentation and data entry.
  • Supported insurance verification procedures to streamline billing processes.
  • Coordinated communication between patients and dental professionals to enhance service delivery.
  • Provided friendly customer service to create welcoming environment for patients.
  • Learned office policies and procedures to contribute effectively to team operations.
  • Supported dentists in providing quality care through effective management of patient records and treatment plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving billing issues.
  • Reduced missed appointments with timely reminder calls and follow-up communications.
  • Served as liaison between providers at the dental practice, effectively handling communication among dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants.
  • Strengthened relationships with patients through friendly interactions during check-in/check-out processes, resulting in increased loyalty and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Assisted dentists in developing treatment plans that met both clinical needs and financial considerations for each individual patient case.
  • Increased dental practice revenue by monitoring insurance claims and pursuing reimbursements.
  • Managed accounts receivable by diligently tracking outstanding balances and coordinating payment plans when necessary.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.

Dental Office Administrator

Dr. Sabdar Fakirani
12.2010 - 09.2014
  • Proficient in Abeldent Dental Software
  • Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations
  • Coordinated insurance verification and billing processes, ensuring accuracy in claims submissions.
  • Reduced patient wait times through efficient management of the front desk and prioritization of tasks.
  • Increased patient satisfaction with thorough insurance verification and accurate billing procedures.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in coordinating comprehensive care plans for patients requiring multidisciplinary treatments across different specialties.


Registered Dental Assistant Level 2

Dr. Salim Sumar
09.2007 - 12.2010
  • Assisted in patient management, ensuring comfort and readiness for procedures.
  • Collaborated with dentists during procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency and accuracy.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four and six-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Trained new dental assistants on clinical protocols and office procedures
  • Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
  • Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
  • Explained treatment procedures
  • Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
  • Cleaned and sterilized dental instruments and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
  • Streamlined dental office operations with efficient inventory management and ordering of supplies.
  • Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments according to infection control protocols.

Childcare Provider

Airdrie Family Services
03.2000 - 09.2007
  • Organized daily schedules that balanced playtime, learning activities, and rest periods for optimal child engagement.
  • Encouraged physical activity with outdoor excursions like visits to local parks or nature walks around the neighborhood.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children
  • Built strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Maintained clean and organized living and play areas to promote child health and safety.
  • Continuously updated knowledge on early childhood education best practices through professional development workshops attended regularly throughout my career as a Home Childcare Provider.

Registered Dental Assistant Level 2

Dr. Salim Sumar
08.1990 - 08.1999

see previous

Education

Certificate - Registered Dental Assistant

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB
06-1990

Skills

  • Excellent communication
  • Professional and courteous
  • Scheduling and coordinating
  • Professionalism
  • Software navigation
  • Collections management
  • Claims processing
  • Phone etiquette
  • Patient relations
  • Email correspondence
  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability

Timeline

Dental Administrator

You First Dental
09.2014 - Current

Dental Office Administrator

Dr. Sabdar Fakirani
12.2010 - 09.2014

Registered Dental Assistant Level 2

Dr. Salim Sumar
09.2007 - 12.2010

Childcare Provider

Airdrie Family Services
03.2000 - 09.2007

Registered Dental Assistant Level 2

Dr. Salim Sumar
08.1990 - 08.1999

Certificate - Registered Dental Assistant

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
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