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Maria Rahim

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Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Dental Assistant with hands-on experience at Accelerated Academy, skilled in digital X-ray proficiency and patient relations. Eager to leverage expertise in chairside assistance and maintain a positive, collaborative environment to enhance patient care and support a thriving dental practice. Committed to excellence in every aspect of dental service.

Dental professional with extensive experience in patient care and treatment planning. Known for collaborative approach and achieving positive outcomes, with reputation for reliability and adaptability. Proficient in advanced diagnostic techniques and patient-focused care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dentist

Ziauddin University
01.2013 - 12.2016
  • Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
  • Provided preventive care with regular checkups, educating patients on proper oral hygiene habits.
  • Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
  • Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.

Seeking Job For Dental Assisting

Recent Dental Assistant graduate, that is energetic,ambitious and eager to contribute to a thriving practice. I am ready to offer excellent skills in providing the best dental care and support to patients and being a positive colleague. After being in a different career field, I am more motivated than ever to get into the work force and become an invaluable asset to my new dental home

I have graduated from Accelerated Academy 2025 March

My Skills are as follows:

  • Explain treatment procedures and instruct patients on home care guidelines.
  • Update patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
  • Manage front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
  • Educate patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Create dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Perform general chair-side duties for general dentistry.
  • Successfully assist dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Maintain a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
  • Support dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Prepare digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Stage tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Record patients' health histories, document current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Schedule and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Monitor patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.

Education

Bachelors of Dental Surgery - Dentist

Ziauddin University
Karachi ,Pakistan
02-2013

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Digital X-ray proficiency
  • Treatment room setup
  • Dental radiography
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Sterilization techniques
  • X-ray processing
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Patient scheduling
  • Instrument sterilization techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Patient relations
  • Impression taking skills
  • Treatment room breakdown
  • Dental material handling
  • Electronic charting
  • First aid training
  • Restorative procedures
  • Inventory management
  • HIPAA compliance
  • OSHA regulations
  • Taking X-rays
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Chairside assistance

Certification

  • Dental Assistant

March 22, 2025

  • Radiology

March 22,2025

  • CPR

January 18,2025

Languages

Hindi
Full Professional
English
Professional Working
Urdu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Dentist

Ziauddin University
01.2013 - 12.2016

Bachelors of Dental Surgery - Dentist

Ziauddin University
Maria Rahim