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Melissa Derkson

Neuhorst ,Saskatchewan

Summary

I thrive in positive forward thinking work environments. I enjoy working with patients and helping them understand dentistry and the options available to them. I am a strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to promote efficiency on a daily basis. I use independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact daily. I do well in overseeing all facets of customer/patient-facing and back-end operations.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retail Store Owner

Swank Shoe Lounge
05.2009 - Current
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Dental Assistant, Chairside

All Smiles Dental Group
09.2005 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 8-20 procedures daily.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • 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.

Education

Arts And Sciences

University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK

Dental Assisting

KDM Dental College
Edmonton, AB
08.2005

Skills

  • Cost Analysis and Savings
  • Delegation and Supervision
  • Superior Work Ethic
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Recruitment and Training
  • Attention to Detail
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Training and Development
  • Manage Schedules
  • Infection Control Proficiency
  • Postoperative Care Instructions
  • Oral Surgery

Certification

  • RDA - Registered Dental Assistant


References

Available upon request.


Timeline

Retail Store Owner

Swank Shoe Lounge
05.2009 - Current

Dental Assistant, Chairside

All Smiles Dental Group
09.2005 - Current

Arts And Sciences

University of Saskatchewan

Dental Assisting

KDM Dental College

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