Dental Assistant Patient Care

Ashlynn Lasala

Email: Ashlynn Lasala

Phone: 808-***-****

Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Professional Summary

Highly skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant with extensive hands-on experience in assisting with complex dental procedures, patient care, and dental radiography. Certified in CPR, Infection Control, and Radiation, with a strong foundation in chairside assisting, sterilization, and patient education. Proven ability to manage clinic operations efficiently by streamlining patient flow, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, and providing exceptional support to dentists and hygienists. Proficient in Eaglesoft and adept at maintaining accurate and compliant patient records. Known for building rapport with patients, creating a welcoming and comfortable environment, and contributing to a positive, team-oriented workplace. Committed to delivering top-tier dental care and ensuring optimal patient outcomes, I am confident in my ability to add immediate value to your dental team.

Certifications

- CPR Certified – American Red Cross, February 2019

- Infection Control and Safety Certified – DANB, June 2019

- Radiation Certified – DANB, June 2019

Skills

- Chairside Assisting

- Charting

- Eaglesoft

- Greeting and Seating Patients

- HIPAA Compliance

- Setting up for Procedures

- Sterilization

- Taking Dental X-Rays

Work Experience

Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental – Virginia Beach, VA

September 2022 – January 2023

- Assisted in a wide range of dental procedures including fillings, extractions, and crowns, ensuring seamless patient care and safety.

- Prepared and maintained dental instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms in compliance with sterilization and OSHA standards.

- Took and processed dental radiographs (X-rays) using digital radiography systems, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

- Educated patients on post-operative care, oral hygiene, and preventive measures to improve long-term dental health outcomes.

- Maintained detailed patient records, charting treatment plans and documenting patient interactions to ensure accurate and timely follow-ups.

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Dental Assistant

Dentistry of VB – Virginia Beach, VA

September 2019 – December 2019

- Provided chairside assistance during complex dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and the efficient completion of treatments.

- Accurately charted patient information and treatment notes into Eaglesoft, maintaining compliance with HIPAA standards.

- Handled sterilization and preparation of instruments between patient appointments, adhering to infection control protocols.

- Assisted in patient intake, greeting and seating patients, and preparing them for examination, contributing to a smooth clinic flow.

- Trained in Eaglesoft software for scheduling, charting, and maintaining patient records, optimizing office operations and documentation.

- Supported front office staff with patient scheduling, check-ins, and billing, contributing to a positive patient experience.

Dental Assistant Intern

Atlantic Family Dentistry – Virginia Beach, VA

June 2019 – August 2019

- Greeted and seated patients, making them feel comfortable and prepared for procedures, maintaining a high level of patient care.

- Assisted in sterilizing instruments, flipping rooms, and setting up for various dental procedures, ensuring readiness for the next patient.

- Shadowed experienced dental assistants and gained hands-on experience in taking dental X-rays, preparing treatment trays, and providing chairside assistance.

- Supported the team in educating patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care to enhance their understanding and adherence to dental advice.

- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills by managing treatment schedules, helping reduce patient waiting times and improving clinic efficiency. Education

Vocational Training in Dental Assisting

ECPI University

January 2021 – August 2022

Vocational Education and Training in Dental Assisting Practical Dental Assisting of Virginia Beach – Virginia Beach, VA August 2018 – September 2019

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