Susanna Yankee Edwards

• Cleaned and sanitized dental instruments and equipment, performed a room turnaround, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
• Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection, patient safety.
• Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
• Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
• Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties; General Dentistry, Endodontic Procedures, and Oral Surgery.
• Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
• Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
• Created dental impressions used for diagnostics
• Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
• Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
• Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
• Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency. *Sometimes having to talk people into keeping their appointments, by assuring them it’s a good idea to get it done now, rather then later. And also assuring them they will be well taken care of.
• Completed (again) BLS Training, with Red Cross, through Military. *As well as TCCC again.*
• Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

• Is someone who understands time sensitive materials. But also understands accuracy and proper order first, before building up more speed.

• Completed TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care)

• Completed BLS Training

• Is someone who sees the patient’s comfort and satisfaction are key to success.

• Strengthened team performance by actively participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
• Breaking down and re-assembling of m-4 military rifle.
• Facilitated volunteer training sessions to improve knowledge of proper handling techniques and general safety protocols.
• Acquired Basic First Aid knowledge through completing certified training courses on emergency medical care procedures, including TCCC.
• Earned recognition for excellence in shooting range. Receiving Expert Marksman, during Beast Week, at BMT (Basic Military Training). Which consists of accuracy and is timed.
• Focused on improving physical fitness principles aligned with military occupational demands.
• Extra volunteer work/KP duty, streamlining functionality within the BMT kitchen.
• Chow Runner; consisted of directing the troop (known as the Flight) in marching detail and consulting with MTI’s to gain permission to seat the Trainee’s, and then self “with excellence.”