Kimberley Bailey
Stanley,NC
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant II with proven expertise at Oblinger Family Dentistry, skilled in digital X-ray proficiency, accuracy of data and documentation, and also appointment scheduling. Recognized for enhancing patient care and streamlining workflows, while fostering team collaboration. Committed to maintaining high standards of sterilization and infection control, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patients.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant II
Oblinger Family Dentistry
Mount Holly, NC
11.2002 - Current
- Assisted in patient care by preparing treatment areas and ensuring sterilization of instruments.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated charts for dental procedures by ensuring accuracy of data and documentation.
- Supported dentists during examinations and procedures by providing necessary tools and materials.
- Facilitated communication between staff and providers.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Coordinated scheduling of appointments, optimizing patient flow and minimizing wait times.
- Supported cross-functional teams and maintained smooth workflows.
- Demonstrated consistent attention to safety and accuracy.
- Supported operational workflows by organizing next steps.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and best practices for patient interaction.
- Contributed to a welcoming environment, enhancing overall patient experience during visits.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists evaluations.
- Follow infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA guidelines.
- Managed administrative operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Identified discrepancies and assisted with problem resolution.
- Collaborated across departments to support organizational goals.
Dental Assistant II
Hannon Orthodontics
Belmont, NC
09.2001 - 08.2002
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Assist the orthodontist during patient procedures.
- Place and remove orthodontic separators, ligatures, and archwires as permitted.
- Change elastics, power chains, and orthodontic ties.
- Remove orthodontic brackets and cement residue as permitted.
- Fit, deliver, and adjust retainers and other removable appliances.
- Provide patients with instructions on braces, aligners, retainers, elastics, and oral hygiene.
- Educate patients on appliance care and dietary restrictions.
- Chart treatment progress and document patient visits.
- Follow infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA guidelines.
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works
Gastonia, NC
- Assisted customers with product selections and provided exceptional service to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to ensure an appealing store environment.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring efficient checkout experiences.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets and improve overall store performance.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Participated in inventory management tasks, including stock replenishment and organization of merchandise displays.
Sales Associate
Belk Department Store
Gastonia, NC
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring efficient checkout experiences.
- Participated in inventory management tasks, including stock replenishment and organization of merchandise displays.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to ensure an appealing store environment.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NCHigh School Diploma -
Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School
Dighton, MA06.1993
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Appointment scheduling
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
Certification
Coronal Polishing
X-ray
Nitrous Oxide
Timeline
Dental Assistant II
Oblinger Family Dentistry
11.2002 - Current
Dental Assistant II
Hannon Orthodontics
09.2001 - 08.2002
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works
Sales Associate
Belk Department Store
High School Diploma -
Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School
Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
Central Piedmont Community College