Mebrhit Mehari
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Skilled dental assistant with experience in supporting dentists and hygienists to deliver quality oral care. Demonstrated ability to manage patient records, prepare treatment rooms, and assist with dental procedures efficiently. Known for strong organizational skills and capability to maintain sterile environments, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Contributed to improving patient satisfaction scores through effective communication and service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Ottawa smiles family dental
Ottawa, Ontario
02.2024 - Current
- Prepared bills and completed insurance forms using system software.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
Dental Assistant Intern
Steel Worker Dental Office
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during each procedure.
- Administered x-rays under supervision.
- Assisted dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Maintained an organized and clean environment in the dental office, including sterilizing instruments and equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Assistant Level II
Willis College
07-2023
High School Diploma -
Adult High School
06-2022
Associate of Science - Health Care Certification
Robinson College
05-2009
Skills
- Instrument preparation
- Dental records
- Patient services
- Patient scheduling
- Clinical support
- Chairside assistance
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Dental procedure preparation
- Electronic charting
- Procedure support
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- PIPEDA compliance
- Dental office administration
- Insurance billing
- Sanitation protocol
- Infection control proficiency
- Impression taking skills
- Oral surgery assistance
- Office administration duties
- Endodontic procedure assistance
- Restorative dentistry
- Patient care coordination
- Medical records management
- Team collaboration abilities
- Patient schedule management
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Oral health education
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Certified in CPR/AED
Languages
English
Professional
Tigrigna
Native/ Bilingual
Amharic
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- NDAEB: #51968
Education and Training
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Timeline
Dental Assistant
Ottawa smiles family dental
02.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant Intern
Steel Worker Dental Office
09.2022 - 06.2023
Associate of Science - Dental Assistant Level II
Willis College
High School Diploma -
Adult High School
Associate of Science - Health Care Certification
Robinson College
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