SYDNEY DUTTON
King
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Triad Orthodontics
09.2024 - Current
- Sanitized and organized dental instruments and equipment to ensure readiness for procedures.
- Instructed patients on effective oral hygiene practices and essential post-treatment care.
- Oversaw patient record management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with confidentiality standards.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling to enhance clinic workflow efficiency.
- Exhibited exceptional communication skills by instructing patients on oral hygiene tailored to orthodontic care.
- Executed x-ray imaging, photographic documentation, and iTero scanning of patients' dental structures.
- Delivered exceptional chairside support to orthodontist during complex procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort.
- Documented comprehensive progress notes for each patient to ensure continuity of care throughout treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by proactively addressing discomfort and concerns related to treatments.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling by optimizing room setup and breakdown processes.
- Organized examination room preparation, ensuring sterilization of equipment and instruments.
Dental Assistant I
RICCOBENE FAMILY DENTISTRY
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted with administrative tasks including appointment scheduling, telephone management, and patient record updates.
- Maintained precise records of dental treatments administered during each patient visit utilizing system software.
- Recorded patient records during procedures and integrated notes into treatment charts.
- Executed price adjustments to align with market trends and optimize profitability.
- Managed inventory levels of dental supplies to ensure seamless day-to-day operations.
- Oversaw billing inquiries from insurance companies concerning claims submitted by the office.
- Addressed requests from staff members, dentists, and sister offices with promptness and professionalism.
Server, Host, Cashier
PIZZA HUT
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Cultivated strong relationships with regular customers through engaging and friendly interactions.
- Addressed inquiries regarding menu item ingredients and pricing details.
- Supported wait staff during peak customer traffic to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Facilitated guest seating arrangements at tables and booths.
- Managed order-taking and delivery of food and beverages to guests.
- Ensured accuracy in payment processing, including change management and receipt printing.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly to enhance overall experience.
Education
Edudent Dental Assisting School
Greensboro, NC11.2022
Skills
- Oversaw patient record management to ensure accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations
- Managed appointment scheduling to optimize team availability and enhance client interactions
- Provided chairside assistance to enhance patient comfort and streamline dental procedures
- Assisted in performing x-ray imaging procedures to support diagnostic efforts Helped maintain equipment and ensure proper functioning for accurate imaging results Collaborated with healthcare professionals to facilitate patient care during imaging sessions
- Delivered comprehensive oral hygiene instruction to promote dental health awareness
- Executed equipment sterilization protocols to ensure compliance with health and safety standards
- Executed comprehensive treatment documentation to ensure accurate patient records
- Facilitated patient comfort through attentive care and support services
- Demonstrated exceptional verbal and written communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration
- Implemented advanced digital scanning techniques to enhance data accuracy and retrieval efficiency
- Optimized scheduling and prioritization of tasks to enhance productivity
- Executed precise placement of elastics to ensure optimal functionality
- Executed orthodontic archwire changes to enhance patient treatment outcomes
- Executed orthodontic bonding procedures to enhance dental alignment and aesthetics
- Executed bracket removal procedures to ensure product integrity
- Executed orthodontic debonding procedures to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction
- Enhanced orthodontic patient satisfaction through effective communication and personalized care
- Implemented advanced sterilization techniques to ensure compliance with health and safety standards
- Executed retainer fabrication processes to ensure precise dental appliance creation
- Executed precise trimming of orthodontic study models to ensure accurate representation of patient dental structures
- Assisted in maintaining infection control protocols to promote a safe environment Supported staff training on hygiene practices to reduce infection risks Monitored compliance with health regulations to ensure safety standards are met
- Executed headgear fittings to ensure optimal alignment and comfort for patients
- Executed space maintainer placement procedures to ensure proper dental alignment
- Executed adjustments on palatal expanders to enhance patient comfort and treatment efficacy
Certification
CPR
Radiology
Infection control
OSHA
Sterilization
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Triad Orthodontics
09.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant I
RICCOBENE FAMILY DENTISTRY
02.2023 - 08.2024
Server, Host, Cashier
PIZZA HUT
10.2021 - 06.2022
Edudent Dental Assisting School