CARINA A POWERS

205 East Court Wilmington, DE 19810 (484) 557-7489 CarinaAPowers@comcast.net

CAREER PROFILE
Highly accomplished and dedicated CDA, EFDA with solid assisting and administrative skills, seeks a position where I can utilize my skills and proficiency in a patient focused dental office.

SKILLS
15+ years in dental field DANB Certified Dental Assistant 2002 PA Expanded Function Dental Assistant 2002 Softdent, Dexis, ICAT Software E4D Cad/Cam Crown Designer (over 1500 crowns/veneers/multiple units) Experienced working with children and fearful patients Accelerated learner and easily adaptable to any situation Exceptional treatment plan presentations and customer service Achieved position as mentor and trainer due to proficient clinical and verbal skills 2012 Voted numerous times by clinical team for most helpful, team player, and demonstrated leadership Received Heart and Soul Award 2011 for dedication, leadership, teamwork, and being a model employee

EXPERIENCE
Dental Health Care Associates, Aston, PA (December 1999-present) Certified Dental Assistant/Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

January 2002-present

Restore teeth using composite resin materials and placement of sealants Assist doctor during general, endodontic, oral surgery, and cosmetic procedures Coordinate same day emergencies and treatment Setup and clean clinical rooms, sterilization Educate patients about procedures and post-op care Take alginate impressions and temporary crown impressions Fabricate bleach trays, sports guards, retainers, and NTI guards Scan, design, mill, and custom stain in-office crowns, including implant crowns, and veneers using E4D technology Take digital xrays using Dexis and ICAT and intraoral photos for patient education and treatment planning Chart, post treatment and notes, and schedule appointments using Softdent Place attachments and brackets for Invisalign and 6 Month Smile Fabricate and cementation of temporary crowns, veneers, and bridges Administer fluoride treatments Mentor new clinical team members and associate doctors Order dental supplies

Human Resource Leader

January 2006 - present

Handle all paperwork for new employee orientation Gather and process payroll (Alpha Payroll, Primepay, Paychex, ADP) Handle all benefits including: Health, Disability, Life Insurance, 401K, FSA, Vacation packages, Workers compensation and Unemployment

CARINA A POWERS
205 East Court Wilmington, DE 19810 (484) 557-7489 CarinaAPowers@comcast.net

E4D Lab Team Supervisor

Oversee team of 7 Training on design and milling processes Order supplies for E4D Maintain machines for proper care and use

January 2012 - present

Earlier Positions Held

Front desk, hygiene assistant, collections, insurance claims, marketing

December 1999-2006

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Harcum College - Bryn Mawr, PA
Expanded Function Dental Assistant PA EFDA Certificate 2002

D4D Technology - Dallas, TX

Cad/Cam Design Class April 2011 Cad/Cam Anterior Design Class July 2012

The Scheduling Institute - Atlanta, GA

Customer Service Classes 2008-2012 Marketing Classes 2008-2012

Paychex, Inc.
Human Resource Classes 2009-2011

Whitehall
Team Leader Classes January 2006

CERTIFICATIONS
PA EFDA Certificate 2002 PA and DANB Xray Certificate DANB Certified Dental Assistant 2002 American Heart Association, CPR, and AED Certificate exp: 2014 Coronal Polish and Fluoride Treatment Certificate Invisalign Certification I and II Team Leader Certification E4D Designer

REFERENCES
Available upon request