Kelsey Gorringe
Mildura,VIC
Summary
Dental assistant and waitress with strong attention to detail and professionalism. Expertise in time management and problem-solving, consistently delivering high-quality service. Proven ability to build positive relationships with clients and collaborate effectively with team members.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress
Pizza Cafe
Mildura, Vic
07.2017 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and tables.
- Assisted in training new team members on service standards.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
Dental Assistant
Far West Health
Dareton, NSW
03.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted dentists during patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
- Managed patient records using electronic dental software systems.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained a clean clinical environment.
- Coordinated patient appointments and follow-up visits to enhance scheduling efficiency.
- Assisted dentist chair-side during procedures by passing instruments and managing suction to support patient care.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Arranged dental instruments and equipment in preparation for dental procedures.
- Welcomed patients upon arrival and escorted them to examination rooms to ensure a smooth transition.
Dental Assistant
Tankard Dental
Mildura, Vic
03.2012 - 02.2016
- Assisted dentists during patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
- Managed patient records using electronic dental software systems.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained a clean clinical environment.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures by passing instruments to dentist and managing suction devices to facilitate smooth operations.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms, and restocked supplies post-treatment to maintain a safe and organized environment for patients.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Prepared dental materials including amalgam, composite resin, impression material, and cements to ensure efficient workflow for dentist.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
Education
Certificate 3 in Dental Assisting -
Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE
Bendigo-Echuca, VIC02-2012
High School Diploma -
Mildura Senior College
Mildura, VIC11-2011
Skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Patient care
- Room preparation
- Record management
- Instrument sterilization
- Dental procedure preparation
- Dental material handling
- Oral surgery assistance
- Pediatric dental care
- Professional etiquette
Timeline
Waitress
Pizza Cafe
07.2017 - Current
Dental Assistant
Far West Health
03.2016 - 11.2017
Dental Assistant
Tankard Dental
03.2012 - 02.2016
Certificate 3 in Dental Assisting -
Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE
High School Diploma -
Mildura Senior College