Meg Claydon
Goonellabah
Summary
Proven Dental Assistant with a track record of maintaining clean and sterile environments, ensuring patient safety and supporting dentists with precision. Skilled in four-handed dentistry and adept at resolving customer complaints with empathy, enhancing customer loyalty. Excels in clear communication and efficient problem-solving, contributing to team goals and patient satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Daley Street Dental
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10-20 procedures daily.
- 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 by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
Dental Assistant
Coastal Dental Care
03.2019 - 10.2023
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10-20 procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Customer Service Cashier
BigW
04.2016 - 03.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
Customer Service Cashier
Woolworths Group
02.2014 - 04.2016
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Education
Year 10
Lismore High School
Lismore, NSW12.2015
Skills
- Ability to clearly convey information, both verbally and in writing
- Experience working collaboratively with others to achieve common goals
- Ability to analyze situations and develop effective solutions
- Skills in prioritising tasks and managing time efficiently
- Ability to adjust to new situations and challenges quickly
- Ability to focus on the specifics and ensure accuracy in work
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Daley Street Dental
10.2023 - 09.2024
Dental Assistant
Coastal Dental Care
03.2019 - 10.2023
Customer Service Cashier
BigW
04.2016 - 03.2019
Customer Service Cashier
Woolworths Group
02.2014 - 04.2016
Year 10
Lismore High School
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