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Abby Schlink

Abby Schlink

Darwin

Summary

Dedicated Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Darwin Smiles, proficient in digital X-ray processing and equipment sterilization. Enhanced patient comfort through compassionate care and effective communication. Successfully managed inventory and optimized resource allocation, contributing to a streamlined practice and improved patient outcomes. Committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and safety.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Darwin Smiles
01.2025 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Chairside assistant for specialists Endodontics & Implants
  • Reception duties with D4W
  • Taking Payments with Hicaps
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.

Dental Assistant

Humpty Doo Dental
2022 - 2024
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments
  • Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
  • Collaborated with dental team to develop treatment plans, ensuring patient needs were met comprehensively.
  • Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
  • Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
  • Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
  • Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
  • Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
  • Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.

Dental Assistant/Receptionist

Moonee Valley Dental
2018 - 2022
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments
  • Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
  • Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Implant Surgery set up and break downs
  • Pouring Impressions
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.

Education

Certificate III Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant

Ingenuity
Melbourne
01-2005

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Digital X-ray proficiency
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Implants
  • Endodontics
  • Treatment room setup
  • X-ray processing
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Sterilization techniques

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Darwin Smiles
01.2025 - Current

Dental Assistant

Humpty Doo Dental
2022 - 2024

Dental Assistant/Receptionist

Moonee Valley Dental
2018 - 2022

Certificate III Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant

Ingenuity

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