Trina LaFrance
Edmonton
Summary
Looking to excel in this field with hard work, perseverance and dedication and to succeed in an environment of growth, excellence, and to meet personal and organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Roots On Whyte
04.2021 - 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.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety. Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Experience working in biological dental office
- Experienced working with implants, iTero, Invisalign
Surgical Assistant
Renew Oral And Maxillofacial Surgical Center
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Provided preoperative and postoperative education to patients and families to manage recovery.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Registered Dental Assistant
Hobbema Dental
02.2014 - 01.2018
- 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.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04.2022
No Degree - Leadership And Administration
Maskwacis Cultural College
Maskwacis, AB08.2021
No Degree - Adult Upgrading
Maskwacis Cultural College
Maskwacis, AB04.2020
No Degree - Dental Assisting
KDM Dental College
Edmonton, AB02.2014
Skills
- Empathetic
- Ambitious
- Motivated
- Team player
- Excellent people skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Flexible
- Fast learner
References
Darcell Rowan - 780-361-6406
Shayla Auger- 780-307-1296
Vern Saddleback- 780-362-1379
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Roots On Whyte
04.2021 - Current
Surgical Assistant
Renew Oral And Maxillofacial Surgical Center
10.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Dental Assistant
Hobbema Dental
02.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Alberta
No Degree - Leadership And Administration
Maskwacis Cultural College
No Degree - Adult Upgrading
Maskwacis Cultural College
No Degree - Dental Assisting
KDM Dental College
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