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Suzanne Thomas

Saint Louis Park

Summary

Talented Dental Assistant with 25 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.


Looking to expand on a different field of employment as the next step in life.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Brian Weber DDS
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Sterilized and organized dental instruments according to safety protocols and operational standards.
  • Managed patient records using electronic health record systems, maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Dental Assistant

Katy Cyprus Oral Surgery & Implant Center
05.2023 - 04.2024
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.

Dental Assistant

Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
04.2020 - 05.2023
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Richard Gillman DDS
08.2011 - 10.2013
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Assisted in patient preparation for dental procedures to ensure comfort and efficiency.

Dental Assistant

GraceMed Health Clinic
10.2005 - 08.2011
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sterilized and organized dental instruments according to safety protocols and operational standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
11-2017

Dental Assisting Certificate - Dental Assisting

Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS
05-1998

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Dental radiography
  • Digital X-ray proficiency
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Treatment room setup
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Patient relations
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Sanitation protocols
  • First aid training
  • Oral surgery

Accomplishments

  • Mentored over 20 dental assistants.
  • Improved patient education by working with dentists to create patient education program covering general dental hygiene and post-surgical care.

Interests

  • Reading
  • Volunteering at local animal shelters and rescue organizations
  • Photography
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Genealogy

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Brian Weber DDS
09.2024 - 03.2025

Dental Assistant

Katy Cyprus Oral Surgery & Implant Center
05.2023 - 04.2024

Dental Assistant

Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics
04.2020 - 05.2023

Dental Assistant

Dr. Richard Gillman DDS
08.2011 - 10.2013

Dental Assistant

GraceMed Health Clinic
10.2005 - 08.2011

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

University of Phoenix

Dental Assisting Certificate - Dental Assisting

Wichita Area Technical College

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