Lori Bennett
Buckeye
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2022
2022
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Unique Dental Care
Mesa
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted in patient examinations and dental procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments according to safety protocols.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Managed patient records using dental practice management software.
Lead Dental Assistant
On Pointe Dental Care
Phoenix
10.2011 - 01.2021
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems for accurate documentation.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Coordinated scheduling for patient appointments.
- Tracked inventory of dental supplies and ordered items.
- Assisted in the training of new dental assistants by providing guidance on protocols and processes.
Dental Assistant Extern
Palo Verde Dentistry
Goodyear
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Assisted dentists in various procedures and patient treatments.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized dental instruments.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control practices.
Paraprofessional
Riverside Traditional Elementary School
Phoenix
2008 - 2009
- Supported students with individualized learning plans and academic tasks.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance as needed.
- Collaborated with staff to implement school-wide initiatives and programs.
Sales Associate
Exxon Mobile Corp.
Goodyear
04.2003 - 12.2007
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Executed transactions with accuracy and efficiency at point of sale.
- Maintained inventory levels through regular stock checks and replenishment.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of sales floor displays and merchandise.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11-2025
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Carrington College
Mesa, AZ01-2011
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ05-2005
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Infection control practices
- Time management
- HIPAA compliance
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Stress management techniques
- OSHA regulations
- Cash register operation
- Policy and procedure adherence
- Backroom organization
- Friendly and outgoing
- Retail sales
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Unique Dental Care
01.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Dental Assistant
On Pointe Dental Care
10.2011 - 01.2021
Dental Assistant Extern
Palo Verde Dentistry
06.2011 - 08.2011
Sales Associate
Exxon Mobile Corp.
04.2003 - 12.2007
Paraprofessional
Riverside Traditional Elementary School
2008 - 2009
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
University of Phoenix
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Carrington College
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College