Triska De Jager
Chair Side Dental Assistant / Practice Manager
Volksrust,MP
Summary
Qualified Dental Assistant with solid background supporting dental professionals in clinical settings. Demonstrated ability to efficiently assist with chairside procedures and maintain patient comfort. Proven track record of effective communication and dexterous handling of dental instruments.
Managing Accounts and Medical Authorisations.
Experienced with assisting in wide range of dental procedures to ensure smooth operations and patient comfort. Utilizes effective communication skills to coordinate with dental teams and manage patient interactions. Knowledge of infection control protocols and proficient in using dental instruments to support high-quality care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Dr FJ De Jager Denist
09.2011 - Current
- Provided superior chairside support during examinations, x-rays, extractions, fillings, root canals, and other procedures as needed.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, resulting in reduced wait times for patients and increased efficiency for the practice.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patients'' needs, concerns, and inquiries in a friendly and professional manner.
- Improved office efficiency by managing dental equipment, sterilization processes, and inventory control.
- Maintained high standards of infection control by implementing rigorous sterilization protocols for all instruments and surfaces.
- Supported successful dental treatments by preparing accurate impressions and fabricating custom trays for various procedures.
- Promoted teamwork among staff members by actively participating in staff meetings and contributing ideas for improving workplace productivity.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal outcomes and minimized patient discomfort.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant HPCSA
Dr FJ De Jager
Volksrust, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Patient care excellence
Dental materials selection
Dental procedure assistance
Time management capabilities
Digital X-ray experience
Dental charting accuracy
Dental impressions
Office management
Dental office administration
Appointment scheduling
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant, Chairside
Dr FJ De Jager Denist
09.2011 - Current
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant HPCSA
Dr FJ De Jager
04.2001 -