Ashley West
Abingdon
Summary
Experienced with providing comprehensive chairside assistance in pediatric dental and orthodontic settings. Excelled in teamwork and collaboration, significantly enhancing patient care. Demonstrated expertise in X-Ray operation, contributing to efficient and accurate patient treatment planning. Certified in CPR/AED, showcasing a commitment to safety and health. Utilizes strong organizational skills to manage patient records and sterilization protocols efficiently. Track record of effective communication and teamwork in delivering quality patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Noorani Orthodontics
12.2023 - Current
- Operated digital imaging software to capture detailed dental X-rays for patient records.
- Handled dental impression materials to create accurate molds for custom orthodontic appliances.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain braces and other orthodontic devices.
- Monitored patient progress by documenting changes in alignment, providing feedback to orthodontist.
- Provided pre- and post-treatment instructions to patients, facilitating smooth recovery and optimal results.
Bartender/Server
High Five Hospitality Dba Buffalo Wild Wings
04.2019 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Bartender/Server
High Five Hospitality DBA Eggspectation
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
09.2012 - 12.2023
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
- Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and addressing their concerns regarding dental procedures.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, effectively anticipating needs and reducing treatment times.
- Continuously updated knowledge of pediatric dentistry best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Education
Dental Assistant
Medix
Towson, MD05-2011
Skills
- Chart updating
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Supply ordering
- X-ray processing
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient education
Certification
- Infection Control Certification (ICE) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) - Maryland Dental Board.
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
- X-Ray Certified in Dental Assist (DANB)
- Maryland State Driver's License
Timeline
Bartender/Server
High Five Hospitality DBA Eggspectation
03.2024 - 12.2024
Orthodontic Assistant
Noorani Orthodontics
12.2023 - Current
Bartender/Server
High Five Hospitality Dba Buffalo Wild Wings
04.2019 - Current
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
09.2012 - 12.2023
Dental Assistant
Medix
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