A Dental Assistant Sample Resume

Below is a sample resume for a certified dental assistant applying for a job:

Jane J. Doe

123 Main St
Anywhere, USA 10000		 (555) 555-5355
janejdoe@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE: Full-time dental assistant position
EDUCATION: ABC Dental School
Anywhere, USA
Certified Dental Assistant 		May 2010
Anywhere State University
Anywhere, USA
Bachelor of Arts 		May 2008
Major: Biology

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Dental Assistant Internship, Smith Dentistry
  • Prepared patients for examination by dentist by checking current medical history and making sure mouth was clean
  • Set out necessary tools and medication for dental examinations
  • Took patient x-rays
  • Assisted with sending out samples for laboratory
  • Cleaned and sterilized dental equipment
  • Recorded notes that the dentists instructed for patients to follow
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene
January 2010
Office Assistant, XYZ Office
  • Checked clients into the office for appointments
  • Answered and directed phone calls
  • Filed and organized client files
  • Sent out reminders for clients concerning their appointments
  • Answered questions and explained office services to the clients
  • Prepared necessary tools to be used for meetings for the management
 June 2008 - September 2009

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:

  • ABC Dental School student representative to American Dental Association
  • Volunteer once a month at local soup kitchen