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Darcie Conerly

Darcie Conerly

West Monroe

Summary


Highly motivated team player with a passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics. Currently enrolled in the Education program to become a teacher and would love to have the opportunity to grow in the school environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Apple Dental Group
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentists efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Took impressions
  • Made nightguards
  • Made whitening trays and retainers

Dental Assistant

Bayou Dental Group
04.2021 - 08.2023
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Scheduled appointments and answered phones.
  • Did prophy cleanings on patients as well as sealants

Orthodontic Assistant

Turpin Orthodontics
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
  • Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
  • Increased overall patient satisfaction by promptly addressing any discomfort or concerns related to their treatments.
  • Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
  • Managed emergency situations calmly, providing immediate care when necessary before escalating to the orthodontist if needed.
  • Set appointments and made follow-up calls.

Dental Assistant

Tuft Pediatric
08.2017 - 03.2020
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentists efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Took xrays/intraoral images of patients' teeth

Education

Associate of Science - Elementary Education

Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA
05-2026

Expanded Duty Dental Assistant Certificate - Dental Assisting

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA
02-2019

West Monroe High School
West Monroe, LA
05-2016

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Growth mindset
  • Conflict resolution
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Team collaboration
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • First aid training

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant
  • CPR certified
  • X-ray Certified

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Apple Dental Group
08.2023 - 01.2024

Dental Assistant

Bayou Dental Group
04.2021 - 08.2023

Orthodontic Assistant

Turpin Orthodontics
05.2020 - 04.2021

Dental Assistant

Tuft Pediatric
08.2017 - 03.2020

Associate of Science - Elementary Education

Louisiana Delta Community College

Expanded Duty Dental Assistant Certificate - Dental Assisting

University of Louisiana At Monroe

West Monroe High School

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