Katherine Aycock
Macungie
Summary
Outgoing, energetic, dependable dental assistant who is CPR, Radiology, Expanded Functions licensed. A customer service supervisor with experience training associates and resolving conflicts. Effective communicator through in person, telephone, and online interactions with customers. Machinery Technician 3rd Class with 5 years of dedicated service. Awarded for leadership and constantly noted for strong communication and delegating skills. Possessing these versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant/Treatment Coordinator
Premier Care Family Dental
09.2024 - Current
- Assist many dentists on a variety of procedures on a vast number of patients such as, root canals and extractions
- Proficient in Denticon software, charting existing, treatment planning, and X-rays.
- Knowledge of dental materials, digital charting, sterilization, infection control, suture removal, placement of temporary crowns and fillings, among other dental assistant duties.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Explained treatment choices to patients and helped determine best options.
- Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Gentle Family Dentistry
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Assist many dentists on a variety of procedures on a vast number of patients such as, root canals, extractions, and implants.
- Proficient in Dentrix software, charting existing, treatment planning, and X-rays.
- Knowledge of dental materials, digital charting, sterilization, infection control, suture removal, placement of temporary crowns and fillings, among other dental assistant duties.
- Take impressions for Invisalign, dentures, and whiting trays. Also used the iTERO scanner for crowns, implants, and dentures.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Century Dental and Associates
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Assist many dentists on a variety of procedures on a vast number of patients such as, root canals, extractions, and implants.
- Proficient in Dentrix software, charting existing, treatment planning, and X-rays.
- Knowledge of dental materials, digital charting, sterilization, infection control, suture removal, placement of temporary crowns and fillings, among other dental assistant duties.
- Take impressions for Invisalign, dentures, and whiting trays. Also used the TRIOS scanner for crowns, implants, and dentures.
File Clerk/Dental Assistant
Smile4Keeps
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Printed out route sheets for the day prior and pulled patient’s charts.
- Sterilized instruments utilized in the dental office and performed weekly maintenance, spore test, and logged all the sterilization tests.
- Helped the patients feel comfortable before, during and after the procedure.
- Assisted many dentists on a variety of young patients, ranging from different ages and different disabilities.
- Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Education
Associate of Science - Specialized Technology
Fortis Institute
Scranton, PA04.2020
Skills
- Restoration placement
- Chair-side support
- Infection control protocols
- Patient communication
- Appointment scheduling
Certification
- Expanded Functions of Dental Assistant License - 5 years
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant/Treatment Coordinator
Premier Care Family Dental
09.2024 - Current
Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Gentle Family Dentistry
06.2022 - 08.2024
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Century Dental and Associates
06.2020 - 05.2022
File Clerk/Dental Assistant
Smile4Keeps
04.2019 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Specialized Technology
Fortis Institute