Katherine Hill
Shirley
Summary
Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in patient care, dental procedures, and office management. Skilled in assisting with routine and complex dental procedures while maintaining patient comfort. Demonstrated strengths include knowledge of dental hygiene best practices and ability to manage administrative tasks efficiently. Notable for enhancing overall oral health by providing diligent support to dentists during examinations and surgeries.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Nashoba Valley Dental
Shirley
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure smooth workflow and patient comfort.
- Managed sterilization of instruments and maintained a clean clinical environment.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary tools and materials for dental procedures.
- Coordinated patient appointments and followed up on treatment plans with staff.
- Trained new dental assistants in office protocols and equipment usage.
- Implemented inventory management for dental supplies to reduce waste and costs.
- Instructed patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care.
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Maintained patient charts, including medical histories, medications, and allergies.
- Adhered to all applicable laws related to HIPAA compliance for protecting patient confidentiality.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss workflow strategies for improving productivity.
- Monitored patient progress throughout their visit to ensure a positive outcome from treatments provided.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Coordinated office activities by communicating with other departments and staff members.
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Collaborated with the dental team to improve patient care processes and satisfaction.
Event Server
Gibbett Hill Grill
Groton
04.2023 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service during high-volume events.
- Set up and arranged event spaces according to client specifications.
- Assisted in serving food and beverages to guests efficiently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food service delivery.
- Monitored guest needs and responded promptly to requests.
- Supported event coordination by helping with logistics and setup tasks.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards during service operations.
- Greeted guests upon arrival, provided information on menu selections, and answered questions regarding availability of items.
- Assisted in setting up banquet tables and chairs for events.
- Provided exceptional customer service by anticipating guest needs and responding promptly to requests or inquiries made by guests or other employees.
Lead Dental Assistant
Great Road Dental
Acton
02.2018 - 09.2020
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure smooth workflow and patient comfort.
- Managed sterilization of instruments and maintained a clean clinical environment.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary tools and materials for dental procedures.
- Coordinated patient appointments and followed up on treatment plans with staff.
- Implemented inventory management for dental supplies to reduce waste and costs.
- Collaborated with the dental team to improve patient care processes and satisfaction.
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
Lead Dental Assistant
Dr. I Victor Pinanaky
Acton
09.2006 - 04.2008
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure smooth workflow and patient comfort.
- Managed sterilization of instruments and maintained a clean clinical environment.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary tools and materials for dental procedures.
- Coordinated patient appointments and followed up on treatment plans with staff.
- Implemented inventory management for dental supplies to reduce waste and costs.
- Collaborated with the dental team to improve patient care processes and satisfaction.
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
Dental Assistant
Dr. B Philip Lee DDS
Westford
01.2000 - 09.2006
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Managed sterilization of dental instruments and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Scheduled patient appointments and coordinated office workflow efficiently.
- Assisted dentist with various clinical tasks, ensuring smooth operations.
- Maintained accurate patient records using dental software systems effectively.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Education
Registered Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant Program
Minuteman Technical
Lexington , MA 09.2000 - 01.2001
Ayer High School
Ayer , Ma Skills
- Event setup
- Food service
- Guest relations
- Health compliance
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Customer service
- Logistics coordination
- Administrative support
- Customer relationship management
- Patient care coordination
- Inventory management
- Patient record management
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Health compliance adherence
- Active listening
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Time management abilities
- Multitasking capacity
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Procedure compliance
Certification
- Infection Control Certified
- CPR Certified
- Radiation Certification
Timeline
Event Server
Gibbett Hill Grill
04.2023 - Current
Lead Dental Assistant
Nashoba Valley Dental
09.2020 - Current
Lead Dental Assistant
Great Road Dental
02.2018 - 09.2020
Lead Dental Assistant
Dr. I Victor Pinanaky
09.2006 - 04.2008
Registered Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant Program
Minuteman Technical
09.2000 - 01.2001
Dental Assistant
Dr. B Philip Lee DDS
01.2000 - 09.2006
Ayer High School