Dental Assistant
Meridian, Idaho, United States
Increased professionalism and patient safety by maintaining cleanliness in sterilization facilities and sterilizing dental instruments Assisted with patients' treatments, which relieved stress for the doctors and made the patients' experiences more enjoyable through my handling of instruments and getting to know each patient Prepared teeth for cleanings by taking x-rays, flossing, and coronal polishing, and applied topical fluoride varnishes post-cleanings Explained insurance coverage to patients, ensured the completion of treatment consent forms, and stayed on top of post-appointment patient notes in order to keep logistics running smoothly Contributed to the organization in the company by flipping rooms in between appointments and completing odd jobs listed (or not listed) by the manager (tying ribbons on flowers for patients, setting up the building's Christmas tree, organizing the laundry room, etc.), which resulted in an improved experience for both staff members and patients Poured and trimmed stone models, made customized whitening bleach trays, and assembled whitening bags with the name and date patient was seen in order to direct front office in contacting the patients