YUSRA HASSAN
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
SWIDEREK DENTAL
Guelph, Ontario
2023.09 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
Dental Assistant
Guelph Dental Care
Guelph, Ontario
2021.08 - 2023.07
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
Screener
ST. MARY GENERAL HOSPITAL
Kitchener, Ontario
2020.03 - 2021.06
- Performed medical screening on patients to ensure they meet the requirements of the clinic.
- Assisted in collecting patient data, including vital signs and personal information.
- Conducted physical assessments, such as measuring height and weight, taking blood pressure readings.
- Followed safety protocols at all times while performing medical screenings.
Education
HARP CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT
ANDERSON COLLEGE
Kitchener, ONSkills
- Instrument preparation
- Exam room setups
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration abilities
- Patient scheduling
- X-ray processing
- Patient records gathering
- Infection control procedures
- First aid training
- Equipment sterilization
- Procedure support
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
Timeline
Dental Assistant
SWIDEREK DENTAL
2023.09 - Current
Dental Assistant
Guelph Dental Care
2021.08 - 2023.07
Screener
ST. MARY GENERAL HOSPITAL
2020.03 - 2021.06
HARP CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT
ANDERSON COLLEGE