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Makenna Palmer

Raleigh

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background in client relations, customer service, and team collaboration, offering transferable skills that align well with the dental assistant role. Recognized for delivering results in dynamic, fast-paced environments and adapting seamlessly to evolving needs. Highly skilled in effective communication, attention to detail, and fostering positive client experiences, all of which are crucial in a dental practice. Committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, and teamwork, contributing to exceptional patient care and the efficient operation of the dental office.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Assistant

Ritter and Brogden Orthodontics
04.2025 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by handling queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
  • Assisted patients with basic care needs.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of vital signs, symptoms, and medical histories for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients undergoing challenging treatments or experiencing emotional distress related to their condition.
  • Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support, and compassion.
  • Followed comprehensive clinical protocols to safeguard patient safety.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.

Real Estate Agent

The Agency
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards, and cold calling.
  • Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans to increase potential for selling properties and generate more leads.
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
  • Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and personnel involved in closing transactions.
  • Reviewed and executed confidential documents, contracts and disclosures.
  • Reviewed property listings, interviewed potential clients, accompanied clients to properties and effectively communicated condition of sales.
  • Developed new business and managed new and existing clients.
  • Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms for clients, resulting in higher satisfaction rates and repeat business.

Real Estate Agent

EveryDoor Real Estate
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Assisted clients in financial planning for purchase.
  • Called 40 new leads everyday

Real Estate Assistant

Compass
04.2022 - 07.2022
  • Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Maintained efficient office operations by handling errands and administrative functions.
  • Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets
  • Generated leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Improved office organization through the implementation of efficient filing systems, database management, and document preparation.

Insurance Agent

New York Life Insurance Co
08.2019 - 02.2022
  • Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Obtained underwriting approval by completing application for coverage.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Collected all premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
  • Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.

Executive Assistant

New York Life Insurance Co
01.2019 - 11.2021
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes
  • Developed and updated spread sheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquires
  • Met sales targets of $10,000/month
  • Posted payments to accounts and maintained records
  • Prepared forms or related documents to insurance applications to give to clients to fill out
  • Reviewed and verified data, including addresses, phone numbers, names, ages and values
  • Calculated adjustments, premiums and refunds
  • Notified insurance agents and accounting departments of policy cancellations and changes

Sales Associate

Seattle Sun Tan
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Engages with customers to effectively build rapport and lasing relationships
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services
  • Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products

Barista

Starbucks
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service
  • Cultivated to recall customers names and address each by name
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commerical coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment

Barista

Jamba Juice
10.2016 - 06.2017
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily
  • Prioritized drink requests while managing interruptions

Education

High School Diploma -

Issaquah High School
06.2018

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Computer skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Communication

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) - Expected May 2025
  • Certified Dental Assistant II in training
  • Coronal Polishing - Expected after employment through NC Dental U

Timeline

Clinical Assistant

Ritter and Brogden Orthodontics
04.2025 - Current

Real Estate Agent

The Agency
09.2023 - 09.2024

Real Estate Agent

EveryDoor Real Estate
04.2022 - 09.2023

Real Estate Assistant

Compass
04.2022 - 07.2022

Sales Associate

Seattle Sun Tan
09.2019 - 09.2020

Insurance Agent

New York Life Insurance Co
08.2019 - 02.2022

Executive Assistant

New York Life Insurance Co
01.2019 - 11.2021

Barista

Starbucks
09.2018 - 04.2019

Barista

Jamba Juice
10.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Issaquah High School
Makenna Palmer