Ruby-Mae Meeking
St. Albans
Summary
I am an energetic, highly motivated and and hard working individual. From working in retail I have learnt great people skills and how to work well in a team. From working in dentistry I have learnt important hygiene and safety procedures, chair-side assistance skills, and have become better at multitasking. From care work I have learnt patience and the ability to adapt to any situation with applying lateral thinking to solve any problem at hand.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Northwest Dental
Christchurch
01.2023 - Current
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Trade Retail Assistant
Place Makers
Christchurch
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
- Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
- Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
- Explained company's product and service offerings to customers, enabling each to choose options best fitting personal needs.
- Used ACE Software to complete transactions and assist customers with product and stock information.
- Assisted customers with loading heavy merchandise on to their vehicles.
Care Worker
Claddagh Haven Trust
Canterbury
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Provided support for physical, emotional and social needs of residents.
- Maintained safe and clean environment for residents by performing housekeeping and laundry.
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene, mobility and transportation.
- Provided timely reminders for patient medication administration, as well as administering medication.
- Planned and prepared daily resident meals to conform with specific dietary requirements.
- Recorded patient vital signs for medical review.
- Improved resident outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Head Nurse
Evolution Orthodontics
Dubbo
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Sterilized instruments, set up instrument trays and prepared materials for orthodontic procedures.
- Created impressions and performed scans of patients' teeth and gums used to make retainers and other dental appliances.
- Assisted with fitting and adjusting orthodontic appliances and materials like bands, brackets, and wires for patients.
- Educated patients about how to use and care for dental appliances like retainers and braces.
- Recorded patient and treatment information.
Dental Assistant
Parkside Dental Surgery
Dubbo
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oxford Area School
OxfordNZDA Dental Assistant Certificate
ChristchurchSkills
- Friendly and Helpful
- Reliable and Responsible
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Team Cooperation
- Honest and Ethical
- Fast Learner
- Motivated and Dedicated
References
Felix Hogers
Team Leader: PlaceMakers
Contact: 027 439 2708
Angela Fearn
Manager: Claddagh Haven Trust
Contact: 022 352 5944
Kirstine Latimer
Head Hygienist: NorthWest Dental
Contact: 021 361 911
Judy Cook
Supervisor: New World
Contact: 021 201 2548
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Northwest Dental
01.2023 - Current
Trade Retail Assistant
Place Makers
08.2021 - 01.2023
Care Worker
Claddagh Haven Trust
07.2020 - 08.2020
Head Nurse
Evolution Orthodontics
08.2018 - 02.2020
Dental Assistant
Parkside Dental Surgery
04.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Oxford Area School
NZDA Dental Assistant Certificate