Experience

ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Prosthetic Assistant/ Front Desk

  • Dec 2019 - Present

  Work under the direct supervision of the ProsthodontistPerform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, including but not limited to providing chair-side assistance while dentists examine and treat patients.Ensure patients are as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and obtain their dental records.Hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.Prepare materials for impressions and restorations, take dental x rays, and process x-ray film as directed by a dentist.Handle other radiological equipment and assist patients with these procedures as directed by a dentistPerform office duties as needed including: scheduling and confirming appointments, receiving patients, keeping treatment records, sending bills, receiving payments, and ordering dental supplies and materials.Assist in specialty areas such as oral surgery, periodontics (treatment of gum disease) and prosthodontics (replacement of missing teeth) including dental implantologySupport and assist the hygienist as needed, including but not limited to cleaning trays, room setups and cleanups.Help track the inventory of the prosthetic supplies and keep the storage closet organized.Support the radiographic needs of the Patient Education Consultants, Oral Surgeon, & Hygienists.Front DeskGreeting and welcoming patients to the practice.Scheduling, rescheduling, or canceling appointments as needed.Assisting patients to fill out information forms.Preparing patients’ charts and daily schedules for the dental staff.Updating patient records and documenting recent treatments and procedures.Scheduling follow-up appointments Performing general office duties, such as answering telephones, photocopying, filing, and faxing.



UNITE HERE HEALTH

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Lead Oral Surgery Assistant/ Front Desk

  • 2016 - Dec 2019

  Performing administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing.Preparing patient charts, recording treatment plans, and updating dental records.Operating X-ray and 3D scanning equipment and developing radiographs for diagnostic purposes.Preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.Assisting the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup.Preparing patients for surgery and monitoring vital signs during procedures.Providing patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes.Monitoring our stock of surgical supplies and medication and replenishing these, as needed.Ensuring that instruments and equipment are effectively maintained.Providing excellent patient care at all times.Front DeskGreeting and welcoming patients to the practice.Scheduling, rescheduling, or canceling appointments as needed.Assisting patients to fill out information forms.Preparing patients’ charts and daily schedules for the dental staff.Updating patient records and documenting recent treatments and procedures.Scheduling follow-up appointments and providing telephonic reminders.Communicating with medical insurance providers to determine if patients are required to make co-payments.Verifying methods of payment and collecting payments as needed.Performing general office duties, such as answering telephones, photocopying, filing, and faxing.



Dr. Leonard Lem

• Oral Surgery Assistant

  • 2015 - 2016

  Performing administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing.Preparing patient charts, recording treatment plans, and updating dental records.Operating X-ray and 3D scanning equipment and developing radiographs for diagnostic purposes.Preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.Assisting the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup.Preparing patients for surgery and monitoring vital signs during procedures.Providing patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes.Monitoring our stock of surgical supplies and medication and replenishing these, as needed.Ensuring that instruments and equipment are effectively maintained.Providing excellent patient care at all times.Front DeskGreeting and welcoming patients to the practice.Scheduling, rescheduling, or canceling appointments as needed.Assisting patients to fill out information forms.Preparing patients’ charts and daily schedules for the dental staff.Updating patient records and documenting recent treatments and procedures.Scheduling follow-up appointments and providing telephonic reminders.Communicating with medical insurance providers to determine if patients are required to make co-payments.Verifying methods of payment and collecting payments as needed.Performing general office duties, such as answering telephones, photocopying, filing, and faxing.



Dr. William Ardary

• Oral Surgeon Assistant

  • 2014 - 2014

  Performing administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing.Preparing patient charts, recording treatment plans, and updating dental records.Operating X-ray and 3D scanning equipment and developing radiographs for diagnostic purposes.Preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.Assisting the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup.Preparing patients for surgery and monitoring vital signs during procedures.Providing patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes.Monitoring our stock of surgical supplies and medication and replenishing these, as needed.Ensuring that instruments and equipment are effectively maintained.Providing excellent patient care at all times.



Arrow Endodontics

• Dental Assistant

  • 2013 - 2014

  Prepare patients for treatmentAssist the dentist in patient treatment to keep patients as comfortable as possible throughout their dental visitTake dental radiographs (x-rays)Obtain current dental records and update recordsSet up and organize instrumentsPass instruments to dentist in proper orientationKeep dentists operating field clearPatient education and instructions as directed by the dentistPerform disinfection and sterilization proceduresEquipment care and maintenance