Full-Time Registered Dental Assistant

Desired Role: Registered Dental Assistant

Full or Part Time: Full-Time

Available Start Date: 02/23/2026

Salary Expectations: $21/hr

Name: wynter cogdell

Available City: San Antonio Applicant

Work Experience

Years of Experience: 4

Job Titles & Responsibilities: ●Assisted in oral surgery procedures, including extraction of natural dentition
and placement of All-on-4 implant systems
● Provided chairside assistance for suturing, PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin)
placement, and post-operative procedures.
● Took post-surgical impressions to support the design and fabrication of
prosthetic arches.
● Delivered hygiene education for implant abutments and gingival care,
including Waterpik instruction.
● Performed prophylaxis on prosthetic teeth both intraorally and extraorally.
● Captured digital and analog records using the iMetric system and performed
intraoral 3D scans with the PrimeScan device; handled calibration,
maintenance, and troubleshooting of scanning equipment.
● Managed full sterilization workflows: instrument cleaning, bagging, autoclave
operation, maintenance, cleaning, and spore testing; conducted routine
waterline testing for all dental units.
● Operated 3D resin printers using CHITUBOX; utilized MEDIT heat-mapping
technology for accuracy checks and adjustments
● Utilized Zoho and Open Dental software for scheduling, charting,
documentation, and workflow management.
● Helped open and operate the New Braunfels location as the sole assistant;
trained new assistants and supported growth of the surgical team.
● Independently managed a patient column for routine and non-routine
appointments (1–2 hour blocks), consulting with the doctor as needed for
diagnostics and radiographic review
● Took high-quality clinical photography before, during, and after procedures.
● Trimmed, smoothed, hand-stained, and prepared printed prosthetic healing
teeth and night guards prior to placement.
● Provided post-operative instructions to patients and families; conducted
patient recovery, monitored vitals, and removed IVs.
● Contacted patients for post-op and routine follow-up calls; assisted in patient
transport, including wheelchair assistance.
● Handled difficult or escalated patients using effective de-escalation and
communication strategies.
● Performed office errands using company vehicle, including transporting
patients home after surgery.
● Completed detailed chart notes, transitions, and documentation to ensure
clinical accuracy and continuity of care.
●Assisted on clinical and hygiene treatments;
●Checked patient vitals prior to dental procedures;
●created trays for dental procedures;
●sterilized and prepared instruments;
●applied topical and nitrous oxide to patients;
●Exposed and developed X-rays (panoramic and cephalometric);
●experienced with Curve Software, Dentrix and Open dental
●created patient charts,
●scheduled patient Appointments,
●treatment planned,
●four handed dentistry

Other Certifications: Nitrous Oxide

Resume: View Resume

Contact Info

Phone Number: 2108736400

Email Address: wcogdell16@outlook.com