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Elaina Parks

APO

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

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant Intern

Red cross
Vilseck
05.2023 - 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.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • 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.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
  • Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
  • Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
  • Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
  • Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
  • Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
  • Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.

Dental Assistant Student

Red Cross
Georgia
07.2019 - 03.2020
  • Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Broke down and set up equipment and sanitized various dental tools.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Administered x-rays under supervision.
  • Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
  • Discussed patient needs and expectations.
  • Sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
  • Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, instruments and [Type] equipment.
  • Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
  • Relayed dentist instructions regarding postoperative care.

Fire Fighter

liberty county fire station
Liberty County
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Maintained fire extinguishers and other fire equipment in multiple stations.
  • Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
  • Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
  • Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
  • Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Kept station in peak working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
  • Promptly responded to incidents and demobilized water tenders and fire engines.
  • Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
  • Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
  • Coordinated emergency response and disaster planning for fire fighters.

Chef's Assistant

Boca Dunes country club
Boca Raton
03.2016 - 08.2018
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Verified freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
  • Developed variety of menu items to cater to customers with food allergies and diet restrictions.
  • Monitored work areas, serving lines and eating areas to verify safe food preparation and service environment.
  • Planned and organized daily work schedules in accordance with established menus, special events, seasons and special requests.
  • Recorded temperatures on appropriate logs and reports to notify supervisor of discrepancies.
  • Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim food.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment.
  • Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches according to customer's orders or supervisor's instructions and approved procedures.
  • Maintained operations in full compliance with alcohol service standards and legal requirements to prevent incidents of overserving or underage drinking.
  • Adhered to food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils, and work stations.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Finished orders with cutlery, napkins and condiments.
  • Checked inventory levels and recorded supply usage on log sheets or in company software.
  • Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Coral Springs Highschool
Coral Springs Florida
09.2002

Atlantic Technical Center
Coral Springs,FL

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Medical Charting
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Patient Care Standards
  • Instrument Tray Preparation
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Procedure Support
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Relationship Building
  • Preliminary Impressions
  • Oral Health Assessments
  • Supply Ordering
  • Disinfection and Sterilization
  • Taking Medical and Dental Histories
  • Patient Records Gathering
  • Treatment Room Setup
  • Personal Service Skills
  • Dental Staff Support
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Radiation Protection
  • Personable Communication
  • Treatment Room Breakdown
  • Sealant Application
  • Teeth Cleaning
  • Appliance Fitting and Adjustment
  • Scaling and Root Planing
  • Autoclave Operation
  • Appointment Scheduling

Timeline

Dental Assistant Intern

Red cross
05.2023 - Current

Dental Assistant Student

Red Cross
07.2019 - 03.2020

Fire Fighter

liberty county fire station
01.2018 - 01.2019

Chef's Assistant

Boca Dunes country club
03.2016 - 08.2018

High School Diploma -

Coral Springs Highschool

Atlantic Technical Center

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