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Lee Godfrey

Roma,QLD

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Dental Assistant

South West Hospital And Health Service
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
  • Contributed to practice growth by delivering exceptional customer service, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and referrals.
  • Prepared treatment rooms efficiently before each procedure, setting up instruments and equipment as needed.
  • Collaborated with dental team members for seamless coordination of care for pediatric patients.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring adequate supplies were available for all dental procedures.
  • Utilized digital radiography equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
  • Supported dentists during emergency situations by calmly following established protocols and assisting with necessary interventions.
  • Assisted dentists during procedures, effectively anticipating needs and reducing treatment times.
  • Provided post-operative care instructions to parents or guardians, promoting proper healing and recovery after dental treatments.
  • Built rapport with young patients by engaging them in age-appropriate conversation during visits to alleviate anxiety or fear surrounding dental appointments.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
  • Enhanced office organization by creating a system for filing charts that improved ease of access for all staff members.
  • Optimized inventory management systems by tracking stock levels of dental supplies and reordering as needed to avoid shortages or overstocking issues.
  • Ensured optimal patient safety through vigilant monitoring during surgeries and timely assistance to the surgeon.
  • Upheld strict compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff alike.
  • Promoted a positive clinic environment with exceptional customer service skills when interacting with patients and families.
  • Actively contributed to a positive and productive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and promoting teamwork.

Dental Assistant

South West Hospital And Health Service
07.2022 - 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.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • 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, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • 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.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.

Dental Assistant

1300Smiles
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • 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.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
  • Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.

Education

Skills For Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies -

Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD
12.2023

Certificate IV - Dental Assisting

Foundation Education
Brisbane
07.2022

Skills

  • Motivation and Initiative
  • Radiography Proficiency
  • Detail Oriented
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Patient care excellence
  • Electronic Charting
  • First Aid Training
  • Data confidentiality measures
  • Proficient in ISOH
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Inventory Replenishment
  • Supply Ordering

Affiliations

  • Dental Assistants Professional Assoc.

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant
  • Radiography License - 2yrs

Timeline

Senior Dental Assistant

South West Hospital And Health Service
01.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

South West Hospital And Health Service
07.2022 - Current

Dental Assistant

1300Smiles
07.2021 - 06.2022

Skills For Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies -

Central Queensland University

Certificate IV - Dental Assisting

Foundation Education

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