Tamika Morse

• Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Sterilized and organized dental instruments for efficient workflow.
• Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
• Educated patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
• Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
• Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
• Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
• Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
• Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
• Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.

• Assisted in preparing treatment rooms for endodontic procedures.
• Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of dental equipment.
• Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices.

• Assisted with Root Canal treatments and surgery.

• Supported the dentist during root canal treatments and other procedures.
• Educated patients on proper brushing techniques and preventive oral health care measures.
• Removed sutures after endodontic surgery or other oral surgeries.
• Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.

• Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments for patient procedures.
• Assisted dentists during examinations and dental procedures efficiently.
• Managed patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality at all times.

• Tooth extractions and implants

• Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
• Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.

• Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
• Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents.
• Documented patient care activities in electronic health records.
• Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
• Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
• Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
• Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
• Transported residents within the facility as needed.
• Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
• Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.