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Jah-Qala Tucker

Smith’s

Summary

Dynamic Dental Assistant with proven expertise at Smiles Inc Dental, skilled in dental radiography and instrument sterilization. Recognized for enhancing patient comfort and satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Adept at preparing for procedures and ensuring high-quality diagnostic images, contributing to successful treatment outcomes. Committed to maintaining health and safety standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Smiles Inc Dental
02.2022 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for number of procedures daily.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
  • Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.

Dental Assistant

Coral Dental
08.2020 - 02.2022
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • 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.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cedarbridge Academy
1 CedarBridge Ln, DV 02, Bermuda
06.2020

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Dental radiography
  • Digital X-ray proficiency
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Team collaboration
  • Instrument sterilization techniques
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Office administration duties

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Smiles Inc Dental
02.2022 - Current

Dental Assistant

Coral Dental
08.2020 - 02.2022

High School Diploma -

Cedarbridge Academy
Jah-Qala Tucker