Abbey Beard
Christchurch,Westmorland
Summary
Being a dental assistant for 2 Years has led me to developing a wide range of skills in the dental industry. 2022 has seen me complete my qualification in Monitoring of IV Sedation, as well as completing my NZDA certificate in Dental Assisting.
I am highly motivated, have great telephone and communication skills. I love working with people. Positivity is a huge quality for me as I believe that a good attitude makes a big difference in the quality of work that is produced. I am a fast learner and can work independently as well as a group. I enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and keeping active while at work. I enjoy a good challenge in my workplace as I think it’s great to always have a goal to try and achieve to better my knowledge and skill set in the Dental Industry
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Dental assistant
Hornby Dental Centre
01.2023 - Current
- I currently work for The Tooth Man Limited - Ronald Lee
- I assist in general dentistry ie, exams, fillings, all types of extractions, crowns/bridges, RCTs, recording treatment plans and many more
- I also train new staff and share with them my knowledge about the workplace
- IV sedation
- I manage and keep record of the logbooks for the sterilisers, as well as carrying out the standard sterilisation procedures.
General Dental assistant
Lumino Broadway Dental
08.2021 - 01.2023
- I assisted in general dentistry ie, exams, fillings, all types of extractions, crowns/bridges, RCTs, implants, Invisalign, recording treatment plans and many more
- I have worked occasionally with a dentist who does Invisalign so I know the basics of this including the fitting of Invisalign and showing the patients how to use a take home Scan Box.
- I also trained new staff and shared with them my knowledge about the workplace
- I completed my NZDA Certificate in Dental assisting in 2022
- Assistant in endodontic
- Very wide knowledge in root canals as I assisted a dentist who has a very high interest in root canals very second week, this involves re treatments of RCTs, and very complex RCT that a general dentist can’t do
- IV sedation - completed my Certificate in Monitoring of Sedated Patients in 2022
- Fair amount of training in lab work, I know how to pour stone models, making whiting trays, bite splints and special trays
- Booking appointments, take payments, answering phone calls etc
- Sterilisation
- I manage and keep record of the logbooks for the sterilisers, as well as carrying out the standard sterilisation procedures.
- Extensive knowledge in the date base EXACT
Administration
Manawatu District Council
01.2021 - 08.2021
- I applied sound judgment and good practice while consistently achieving high levels of customer service
- I provided administrative support
- I professionally answered telephone calls directed to the Infrastructure group from Manawatu
- District Council and front of house customer services
- I created purchase orders, invoicing and receipting.
Hospitality Worker
McDonalds Restaurant
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Interacting with public and dealing with issues that arise
- Order taking, front counter, drive through and cashier duties
- Money handling and stock counts
- Product restocking and restaurant cleaning., assisting with plant propagation and plant husbandry
- Assisting in market sales (sales assistant, money handling, and eftpos).
Family Business
The Garden Guy Ltd
- Nursery worker, assisting with plant propagation and plant husbandry.
- Assisting in market sales (sales assistant, money handling, and eftpos).
Education
Dental Assisting -
NZDA
2022
Feilding High School
Feilding, NZ2020
Skills
- Professional
- Data Confidentiality
- Interpersonal communication
- Organization
- Proficient knowledge in Dental medicines
Certification
- NZDA Dental Assisting Certificate 2022
- IV Sedation Certificate 2022
- Emcare First Aid 2022
References
- Louise Hurley 0276488445 (Lumino Broadway Practice Manager)
- Heidi Hitchman 0276200296 (Summit Business Solution Owner Operator) personal reference.
Timeline
General Dental assistant
Hornby Dental Centre
01.2023 - Current
General Dental assistant
Lumino Broadway Dental
08.2021 - 01.2023
Administration
Manawatu District Council
01.2021 - 08.2021
Hospitality Worker
McDonalds Restaurant
06.2019 - 12.2020
Family Business
The Garden Guy Ltd
Dental Assisting -
NZDA
Feilding High School
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