Dental assistant performing clinical duties under a dentist's direction, including patient preparation, instrument sterilization, and treatment assistance, while also managing administrative tasks such as scheduling and record maintenance
Experience
Dental Assistant
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Prepared patients, sterilized instruments, set up instrument trays, and assisted dentist during dental procedures
Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies
Ordered and monitored dental supplies and equipment inventory
Instructed patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
Scheduled appointments, prepared bills, received payment for dental services, and maintained records using computer
Skills
Hands-On Work
Making patient-assistive devices, Cleaning medical equipment, Preparing medical instruments, Operating medical equipment
Working With People
Administering basic health care, Assisting practitioners, Explaining technical medical information
Core Skills
Interviewing patients, Maintaining medical records, Recording vital statistics